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"The day will happen whether or not you get up."

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John Ciardi

(1916-1986) U.S. poet The day will happen whether or not you get up. www.english-slang.com

John Ciardi

(1916-1986), Saturday Review, 1966 There is nothing wrong with sobriety in moderation. www.english-slang.com

John Ciardi

(1916-1986) U.S. poet Gentility is what is left over from rich ancestors after the money is gone. www.english-slang.com

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