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Happiness is not the absence of problems, but the ability to deal with them.: Charles de Montesquieu (1689 - 1755)
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That's the thing about marriage. It's a shell game we play with ourselves. We're the suckers and we have to lose, but we play anyway because we lie to ourselves that we can win.: Randy K. Milholland, Something Positive, Family's A Gamble Part 5, 07-25-13
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Sadness is poetic. You're lucky to live sad moments. When you let yourself be sad, your body has antibodies. It has happiness that comes rushing in to meet the sadness.: C. K. Louis, The Conan O'Brien Show, 09-20-13
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However difficult it is to be the homely friend of a reputed beauty, there are certain benefits. Most days, the humiliation of being the second choice is outweighed by the overflow of disappointed gentlemen.: Laura Moncur (1969 - ), The Secret Heart of Charlotte Lucas, 2014
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A fine dress on a homely maiden is never enough of a distraction. It can convey a sense of wealth and its accompanying attractions, but it can never truly compensate for a plain face.: Laura Moncur (1969 - ), The Secret Heart of Charlotte Lucas, 2014
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Attention to our duties provides far greater rewards than beauty and wit. Self-control is what differentiates us from the beasts. Without it, we are merely animals.: Laura Moncur (1969 - ), The Secret Heart of Charlotte Lucas, 2014
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The home of a clergyman is constantly judged by its parishioners. If it is too large and richly decorated, it is the subject of jealousy. If it is too small and humble, it is the subject of scorn. If it is too clean and orderly, it is considered a museum where charity is untouched and kept in a box. If it is slovenly, it is the subject of disgust.: Laura Moncur (1969 - ), The Secret Heart of Charlotte Lucas, 2014
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As difficult as it is to have company within one's house, the absence of company is more so. The quiet echoing of solitary footsteps within the halls is suddenly amplified without the voices of excited guests. The clinking of plates and silver has narrowed to individual forks and spoons instead of the enchanting din of dining. The natural creaks and squeaks of the home are louder and more surprising.: Laura Moncur (1969 - ), The Secret Heart of Charlotte Lucas, 2014
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Our hearts can deceive us. Our hearts cannot reason. They cannot judge a man's character. All they can do is see a man and think, 'There is a fine specimen. He is handsome and attentive. He will father healthy children.' It is only our mind that we can trust. Our mind can catch him in lies. Our mind can fathom his honesty and honor.: Laura Moncur (1969 - ), The Secret Heart of Charlotte Lucas, 2014
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Joy is not a commodity to be hoarded and protected. It is like a muscle. It must be used daily to keep strong and vigorous. For all my hardships, I have been able to remain quite joyful, for my muscles are strong.: Laura Moncur (1969 - ), The Secret Heart of Charlotte Lucas, 2014
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