Much more surprising things can happen to anyone who, when a disagreeable or discouraged thought comes into his mind, just has the sense to remember in time and push it out by putting in an agreeable, determinedly courageous one. Two things cannot be in one place.

Frances Hodgson Burnett
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  2. If nature has made you for a giver, your hands are born open, and so is your heart; and though there may be times when your hands are empty, your heart is always full, and you can give things out of that–warm things, kind things,...

  3. My mother always says people should be able to take care of themselves, even if they're rich and important.

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  5. Hang in there. It is astonishing how short a time it can take for very wonderful things to happen.

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