Even when opportunity knocks, a man still has to get up off his seat and open the door. - Douglas MacArthur

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When we appreciate how much we have, we feel the urge to pare down, get back to basics, and learn what is essential for our happiness. We long to realize what's really important.

Douglas MacArthur

Even when opportunity knocks, a man still has to get up off his seat and open the door.

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If I had one more division like this First Marine Division I could win this war.

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I realize that advice is worth what it costs--that is, nothing.

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