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Remember, the greatest gift is not found in a store nor under a tree, but in the hearts of true read more
Remember, the greatest gift is not found in a store nor under a tree, but in the hearts of true friends.
 Presents at once? That's good. He is sure to succeed.
 [Ger., Gleich schenken? das ist brav. Da wird er read more 
 Presents at once? That's good. He is sure to succeed.
 [Ger., Gleich schenken? das ist brav. Da wird er reussieren.] 
"Presents," I often say, endear Absents."
"Presents," I often say, endear Absents."
To give somebody your time is the biggest gift you can give.
To give somebody your time is the biggest gift you can give.
If I were given the opportunity to present a gift to the next generation, it would be the ability for read more
If I were given the opportunity to present a gift to the next generation, it would be the ability for each individual to learn to laugh at himself.
A gift, with a kind countenance, is a double present.
A gift, with a kind countenance, is a double present.
 I make presents to the mother, but think of the daughter.
 [Ger., Der Mutter schenk' ich,
  Die read more 
 I make presents to the mother, but think of the daughter.
 [Ger., Der Mutter schenk' ich,
  Die Tochter denk' ich.] 
I have always felt a gift diamond shines so much better than one you buy for yourself
I have always felt a gift diamond shines so much better than one you buy for yourself