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(1749-1832) Know thyself? If I knew myself, I'd run away.

George Carlin talks about wishing to have a nice day... and how are yous :)

[C&V] "Chapter & verse"; used in newsgroups.

[be nuts about] {v. phr.} To be enthusiastic or very keen about someone or something; be greatly infatuated with someone. * […]

[tie in knots] {v. phr.} To make (someone) very nervous or worried. * /The thought of having her tooth pulled tied Joan in […]

[brand-new] also [bran-new] {adj.} As new or fresh as when just made and sold by the manufacturer; showing no use or wear. * […]

[save up] {v. phr.} To put away for future use; keep as savings; save. * /John was saving up for a new bicycle./ * /Mary […]

The highest destiny of the individual is to serve rather than to rule.