This idea of selfishness as a virtue, as opposed to generosity: That, to me, is unnatural."
Father's Day Quotes
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Most quoted on father's day:
O Lord, that lends me life, Lend me a heart replete with thankfulness!
Gratitude is more of a compliment to yourself than someone else.
We pride ourselves on being far better men than our fathers.
That possession which we gain by the sword is not lasting; gratitude for benefits is eternal.
When you do worse yourself, can you expect
Your son should hold your grey hairs in respect?
We should certainly count our blessings, but we should also make our blessings count."
Thou thought'st to help me; and such thanks I give
As one near death to those that wish him live.