W. C. Fields Quotes
Back in my rummy days, I would tremble and shake for hours upon arising. It was the only exercise I got.
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Stronger by weakness, wiser men become.
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I let my racket do the talking. That's what I am all about, really. I just go out and win tennis matches.
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Back in my rummy days, I would tremble and shake for hours upon arising. It was the only exercise I got.
W. C. Fields