John Bartlett (1820–1905). Familiar Quotations, 10th ed. 1919.
J M Usteri 1763-1827 John Bartlett
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| Life let us cherish, while yet the taper glows, And the fresh flow’ret pluck ere it close; Why are we fond of toil and care? Why choose the rankling thorn to wear? |
| Life let us cherish. |