Nothing astonishes

Nothing astonishes
Nothing astonishes men so much as common sense and plain dealing.
  

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The work of an unknown good man is like a vein of water flow hidden underground, secretly making the ground greener.
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I like to listen. I have learned a great deal from listening carefully. Most peoplenever listen.