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A Lopsided Equation

There's a well-known popular formulation -- Achievement's ninety-nine percent perspiration On the heels of one percent inspiration What's missing from this lopsided equation? ~ The not insignificant role of desperation

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Date: 9/14/2019 10:17:00 AM
This is clever and funny - I love the themes you find to write about Gershon, they seem to come to you so naturally and indeed this is awesome. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.
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Gershon Wolf
Date: 9/14/2019 9:15:00 PM
'Seems' is the operative word in your comment. I do best when I am desperate/a desperado! ~ Wanted in all 50 states, gw
Date: 9/13/2019 7:45:00 PM
Now there's a different take!
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Date: 9/14/2019 9:14:00 PM
Right! Necessity and desperation are so often the mother of invention...
Date: 9/13/2019 2:57:00 PM
Stop using Big words, I am a simpleton!! LoL Love it great work!!
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Date: 9/13/2019 3:35:00 PM
Sorry there, my friend. Next time I won't use any words over 19 letters. Honest Injun! LOL. Thanks, Bobby. ~ Gershon
Date: 9/13/2019 2:03:00 PM
Umm...beer? That would make it better for me. : ) Nicely penned my friend.
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Gershon Wolf
Date: 9/13/2019 3:34:00 PM
Pretty funny, Chris. Thanks for the smile! :)

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