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One of the great disadvantages of hurry is that it takes such a long time.
Gilbert K. Chesterton
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Gilbert K. Chesterton
Age: 62 †
Born: 1874
Born: May 29
Died: 1936
Died: June 14
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To be simple is the best thing in the world to be modest is the next best thing. I am not sure about being quiet.
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The worst moment for an atheist is when he feels a profound sense of gratitude and has no one to thank.
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