Euphemisms are not, as many young people think, useless verbiage for that which can and should be said bluntly; they are like secret agents on a delicate mission, they must airily pass by a stinking mess with barely so much as a nod of the head, make their point of constructive criticism and continue on in calm forbearance. Euphemisms are unpleasant truths wearing diplomatic cologne.
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The testimony of the Lord is sure making wise the simple. [Psalms 19:7].
Count your age with friends but not with years.
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There could be no honor in a sure success, but much might be wrested from a sure defeat.
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Do unto others as you would have others do unto you. [Matthew 7:120].
Do unto others as you would have others do unto you. [Matthew 7:120].
Peace cannot be achieved through violence, it can only be attained through understanding.
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