There are two things that will be believed of any man whatsoever, and one of them is that he has taken to drink
BOOTH TARKINGTON
BOOTH TARKINGTON
Booth Tarkington on drinking
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Don’t compare her to sunshine and roses when she’s clearly orchids and moonlight.
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ShamaShama Stop counting the reasons why they should be loved and start counting the many reasons why you are the one who is worth loving.
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Tina FeyTina Fey If drinking don’t kill me, her memory will.
George JonesGeorge Jones Maybe some folks are alcoholics and others are just voluntary drunks.
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William CowperWilliam Cowper Drinking water is essential to a healthy lifestyle.
Stephen CurryStephen Curry Don’t drink in the hotel bar, that’s where I do my drinking.
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