“Boys flying kites haul in their white winged birds; You can't do that way when you're flying words. Careful with fire, is good advice we know Careful with words, is ten times doubly so. Thoughts unexpressed may sometimes fall back dead; But God Himself can't kill them when they're said.”
Quote by Will Carleton
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Will Carleton
Will Carleton, an American poet, was born on October 21, 1845, and died on December 18, 1912. His poetry focused on rural life, natural landscapes, and moral teachings, which were well-received by readers. more
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