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Speaking Out of Turn

Think twice before speaking out of turn For your words may interrupt truth, Indeed, your rudeness will cause to burn Wiser folks who are long in the tooth A whisper under their breath, forsooth. written November 15, 2022

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Date: 1/17/2022 3:26:00 AM
I am never careful, but I am often silent.
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L Milton Hankins
Date: 1/17/2022 9:14:00 AM
Me too. I love the old saying about "opening your mouth and removing all doubt." I can't remember how it goes. If I don't know anything worth contributing, I listen and learn.

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