Luck lies in bed, and wishes the postman would bring him news of a legacy; labor turns out at six, a...

Luck lies in bed, and wishes the postman would bring him news of a legacy; labor turns out at six, and with busy pen or ringing hammer lays the foundation of a competence.

Samuel Smiles

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Luck lies in bed, and wishes the postman would bring him news of a legacy; labor turns out at six, and with busy pen or ringing hammer lays the foundation of a competence. - Samuel Smiles quote

Luck lies in bed, and wishes the postman would bring him news of a legacy; labor turns out at six, and with busy pen or ringing hammer lays the foundation of a competence.

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Samuel Smiles

Samuel Smiles

Scottish author

December 23rd, 1812 - April 16th, 1904

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