“The paradox of friendship is that it is both the strongest thing in the world and the most fragile. Wild horses cannot separate friends, but whining words can. A man will lay down his life for his friend but will not sacrifice his eardrums.”
Quote by Sydney J. Harris
Book:Strictly personal
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Strictly personal
This book is a compilation of the author's personal stories and insights, offering a glimpse into their life and the lessons learned along the way. more
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