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If we magnified blessings as much as we magnify disappointments, we would all be much happier. —John R. Wooden

“If we magnified blessings as much as we magnify disappointments, we would all be much happier.”

John R. Wooden basketball coach, author

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Steve from NC AUGUST 10, 2017
good thought

aiza from sarda DECEMBER 18, 2015
Very nice

NULL from NULL NOVEMBER 26, 2014
how fitting - lovely perspective - thank you!

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