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A beane in liberty is better then a comfit in prison.
A beane in liberty is better then a comfit in prison.
To a crazy ship all winds are contrary.
To a crazy ship all winds are contrary.
The genius, wit, and spirit of a nation are discovered in its
proverbs.
The genius, wit, and spirit of a nation are discovered in its
proverbs.
She stands on tiptoe to be kissed.
She stands on tiptoe to be kissed.
All are not merry that dance lightly.
All are not merry that dance lightly.
Hee commands enough that obeyes a wise man.
Hee commands enough that obeyes a wise man.
An Oxe is taken by the horns, and a Man by the tongue.
An Oxe is taken by the horns, and a Man by the tongue.
Mix with your grave designs a little pleasure;
Each day of business has its hour of leisure.
Mix with your grave designs a little pleasure;
Each day of business has its hour of leisure.