The abilities of man must fall short on one side or the other, like too scanty a blanket when you are abed. If you pull it upon your shoulders, your feet are left bare; if you thrust it down to your feet, your shoulders are uncovered.

Thomas Paine

Thomas Paine

Ability Bare Blanket Down Fall Feet Left Like Man Must Other Pull Short Shoulders Side Thrust Too Uncovered You Your

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