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E. M. Delafield

"Always remember, me dear, whether you're listening to a tale or telling one: Every penny piece that's struck has two sides to it."

Source : E. M. Delafield (2015). “Collected Novels of E. M. Delafield (6 Unabridged Editions in One Volume): Zella Sees Herself, The War Workers, Consequences, Tension, The Heel of Achilles & Humbug by the Prolific Author of The Diary of a Provincial Lady, Thank Heaven Fasting and The Way Things Are”, p.959, e-artnow

E. M. Delafield

#Two Sides Quotes #Listening Quotes #Pieces Quotes

“Life isn't a straightforward climb up the ladder. It can take a few slips to really gain perspective.”
“Sometimes we forget to be grateful until we survive a trauma. For example, after having the flu when you ache all over, throw up for hours, and have little people pounding in your head with hammers, it is sheer bliss just to eat a piece of toast, walk outside without getting dizzy, and breathe fresh air. Part of the journey toward joy involves not waiting around for trouble, but being continuously aware of our blessings.”
“He guides me and the bird. In His good time!”
“I just I don't feel challenged by acting anymore. I don't enjoy the process anymore.”
“Mainly I make music, and you can do that until you drop dead.”
“On n'eÂ chappe pas a'Â Â son sort. One cannot escape destiny.”
“This is a brief life, but in its brevity it offers us some splendid moments, some meaningful adventures.”
“I do not want to see BP nickel and diming these businesses that are having a tough time.”

"Always remember, me dear, whether you're listening to a tale or telling one: Every penny piece that's struck has two sides to it."

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