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It is better to write of laughter than of tears, for laughter is the property of man.
Francois Rabelais
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Francois Rabelais
Died: 1553
Died: April 9
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War begun without good provision of money beforehand for going through with it is but as a breathing of strength and blast that will quickly pass away. Coin is the sinews of war.
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A war undertaken without sufficient monies has but a wisp of force. Coins are the very sinews of battles.
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You have no obligation under the sun other than to discover your real needs, to fulfill them, and to rejoice in doing so.
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If you want to avoid seeing an idiot, break the mirror.
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The deed will be accomplished with the least amount of bloodshed possible, and, if possible ..., we'll save all the souls and send them happily off to their abode.
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