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Never marry a woman who has bigger feet than you.
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Between true friends even water drunk together is sweet enough.
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The heart of the wise man lies quiet like limpid water.
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Traveling is learning.
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Love never gets lost it’s only kept.
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When there is peace in the country, the chief does not carry a shield.
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A chattering bird builds no nest.
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Show me your friend and I will show you your character
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There is always a winner even in a monkey’s beauty contest.
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If I am in harmony with my family, that’s success.
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