I am the same person as always and I have the good fortune to play in a great team. It was an… — Lionel Messi Copy Share Image
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People that are conceited of their own merit take pride in being unfortunate, that themselves and others may think them considerable enough… — Francois de La Rochefoucauld Copy Share Image
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There various news I heard of love and strife,Of peace and war, health, sickness, death, and life,Of loss and gain, of famine… — Alexander Pope Copy Share Image
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It was her brother,' said Mr. Thornton to himself. 'I am glad.I may never see her again; but it is comfort-a relief-to… — Elizabeth Gaskell Copy Share Image
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Power has not corrupted me. I have not become jaded. I wake up every day well aware of my good fortune, loving… — Hugh Hefner Copy Share Image
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