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One falsehood spoils a thousand truths.
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Love has to be shown by deeds not words.
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A real family eats the same cornmeal.
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A bad cook also has his/her share of the bad food.
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Having a good discussion is like having riches
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A happy man marries the girl he loves, but a happier man loves the girl he marries.
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Despite the beauty of the moon, sun and the stars, the sky also has a threatening thunder and striking lightening.
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Wisdom does not come overnight.
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When a needle falls into a deep well, many people will look into the well, but few will be ready to go down after it
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There can be no peace without understanding.
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