God asks no man whether he will accept life. This is not the choice. You must take it. The only question is how.

Henry Ward Beecher
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  1. Where is human nature so weak as in the bookstore?

  2. Adversity, if for no other reason, is of benefit, since it is sure to bring a season of sober reflection. People see clearer at such times. Storms purify the atmosphere.

  3. Now comes the mystery! (last words)

  4. Every tomorrow has two handles. We can take hold of it with the handle of anxiety or the handle of faith.

  5. All words are pegs to hang ideas on.

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