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Man naturally yearns for novelty.
Man naturally yearns for novelty.
When the oak is before the ash, then you will only get a splash;
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When the oak is before the ash, then you will only get a splash;
when the ash is before the oak, then you may expect a soak.
Justice pleaseth few in their owne house.
Justice pleaseth few in their owne house.
A gift much expected is paid, not given.
A gift much expected is paid, not given.
Better a snotty child, then his nose wip'd off.
Better a snotty child, then his nose wip'd off.
And whispering, "I will ne'er consent," consented.
And whispering, "I will ne'er consent," consented.
And maidens call it--Love in idleness.
And maidens call it--Love in idleness.
Give place to your superiors.
Give place to your superiors.
God tempers the wind to the shorn lamb.
God tempers the wind to the shorn lamb.