Wednesday, January 12, 2022

Beers & Books CXC – Jack London

Burning Daylight
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There's only one way to make a beginning,
and that is to begin;
and begin with hard work, and patience,
prepared for all the disappointments.

Jack London (12 Januar 1876 – 22 November 1916)

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    1. ..., and not only as far as gold seekers and other soldiers of fortune are concerned.

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  2. Sure, I like that. Get the rose tinted spectacles off.

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    1. Each "bothytrip" begins with the first step, eh? ;-)

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    1. Uff. With 5 days delay:
      I do rather like to reach aims the easy way, but when it's necessary ... ;-)
      Yes, he's right.

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  4. Hi Sean - he was certainly prolific ... I must now find some of his works to read ... I loved my time in Canada where I came across him ... lots to read - better carry his maxim with me - cheers Hilary

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