It is the first law of ...

It is the first law of friendship that it has to be cultivated. The second is to be indulgent when the first law is neglected.
It is the first law of friendship that it has to be cultivated. The second is to be indulgent when the first law is neglected.

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There is an ocean of endless opportunities, and there are so many things that one can do. I'm so fortunate that I've grown up with this sort of a philosophy and mentality.
 Hafez Nazeri
The two worst strategic mistakes to make are acting prematurely and letting an opportunity slip.
A warrior knows that he is only a man. His only regret is that his life is so short that he can't grab onto all the things he would like to. But for him, this is not an issue; it's only a pity.
The Warrior lives a life full of adventure, living on the edge of opportunity. Life on the edge keeps him in a space of heightened awareness and totally in the moment; therefore no matter what comes his way he is always prepared.
 James Arthur Ray
It was a good opportunity for me to wear a NBA jersey. The Golden State Warriors gave me an opportunity to come in and play for them. I was very appreciative of that.
 John Starks

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God gave us the gift of life; it is up to us to give ourselves the gift of living well.
To enjoy life, we must touch much of it lightly.
Think for yourselves and let others enjoy the privilege to do so too.
Friendship is the marriage of the soul, and this marriage is liable to divorce.
No snowflake in an avalanche ever feels responsible.