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This entry is part 11 of 11 in the series Quotes

This entry is part 11 of 11 in the series QuotesToday’s quote will test your knowledge of the words “all” and “some.” There is also a new word – fool. Some – Algumas All – Todos Fool – Enganar You can fool all the people some of the time, and some of the people all […]

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This entry is part 10 of 11 in the series Quotes

This entry is part 10 of 11 in the series QuotesHave you been bumping heads with a coworker or classmate? According to Oscar Wilde – Don’t fight them, forgive them!   Always forgive your enemies – nothing annoys them so much.

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This entry is part 9 of 11 in the series Quotes

This entry is part 9 of 11 in the series QuotesMany People know Friedrich Nietzsch as a nihilist philosopher, and he is most famous for his writings criticizing religion, politics, society and culture. It may surprise you to see this more positive quote written by him.   It is not a lack of love, but a […]

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This entry is part 8 of 11 in the series Quotes

This entry is part 8 of 11 in the series QuotesToday’s quote is one that I have to remind myself of all the time. I am always watching the clock and letting time control me. When you feel like life is pushing or pulling you too quickly, just remember this quote:   I must govern […]

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This entry is part 7 of 11 in the series Quotes

This entry is part 7 of 11 in the series QuotesBill Cosby is a famous comedian in the United States, but he is also known for a variety of quotes and expressions. His television show, The Cosby Show, was  one of the first to show a successful black family. The following quote by Mr. Cosby […]

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This entry is part 6 of 11 in the series Quotes

This entry is part 6 of 11 in the series QuotesOscar Wilde was a famous playwriter and author, known for his humor and wit. One of his most famous quotes is inspiring, rather than humorous: We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars. The “gutter” is “sarjeta” in […]

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This entry is part 5 of 11 in the series Quotes

This entry is part 5 of 11 in the series QuotesFranklin D. Roosevelt was one of the most inspiring Presidents in United States history. He became famous for his “fireside chats,” a series of presidential speeches given over the radio, which greatly contributed to the morale of the country in times of war. One inspiring […]

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This entry is part 4 of 11 in the series Quotes

This entry is part 4 of 11 in the series QuotesOne of my favorite writers is Henry David Thoreau. He writes about the human spirit, returning to the simple aspects of life, and enjoying nature. When living in a big city like São Paulo, his writing helps me to feel more at peace. If you […]

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This entry is part 3 of 11 in the series Quotes

This entry is part 3 of 11 in the series QuotesFor the last two years I have been working hard at getting in shape (entrar em forma). It is not easy for me, I love food and most of the things I enjoy are very sedentary. This quote by the boxer Mohammed Ali helps keep […]

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This entry is part 1 of 11 in the series Quotes

This entry is part 1 of 11 in the series QuotesToday’s quote comes from Samuel Johnson, a British writer, poet and critic. “My dear friend, clear your mind of can’t.” This quote encourages you to work for your goals and forget negative thoughts. Is “I can’t” a beneficial thought?”

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