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For the simplicity on this side of complexity, I wouldn't give you a fig. But for the simplicity on the other side of complexity, for that I would give you anything I have.
Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr.
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Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr.
Age: 85 †
Born: 1809
Born: August 29
Died: 1894
Died: October 7
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Yes, child of suffering, thou may'st well be sure He who ordained the Sabbath loves the poor!
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Learn the sweet magic of a cheerful face.
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Put not your trust in money, but put your money in trust.
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