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Adversity makes a man wise, not rich ...
Adversity makes a man wise, not rich ...
A bend in the road is not the end of the road... unless you fail to make the turn.
A bend in the road is not the end of the road... unless you fail to make the turn.
Adversity is like a strong wind. It tears away from us all but the things that cannot be torn, so read more
Adversity is like a strong wind. It tears away from us all but the things that cannot be torn, so that we see ourselves as we really are.
Sometimes adversity impels a person to greater heights, and sometimes it provides the opportunity for that person to be a read more
Sometimes adversity impels a person to greater heights, and sometimes it provides the opportunity for that person to be a blessing in the lives of others.
Adversity's sweet milk, philosophy.
Adversity's sweet milk, philosophy.
Kites rise highest against the wind; not with it.
Kites rise highest against the wind; not with it.
. . . it is hard for thee to kick against the pricks.
. . . it is hard for thee to kick against the pricks.
 Let me embrace thee, sour adversity,
 For wise men say it is the wisest course.  
 Let me embrace thee, sour adversity,
 For wise men say it is the wisest course. 
Prosperity getteth friends, but adversity trieth them ...
Prosperity getteth friends, but adversity trieth them ...