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Charles Sanders Peirce Quotes: It is a common observation that those who dwell continually upon their expectations are apt to become oblivious to the requirements of their actual situation.
         

It is a common observation that those who dwell continually upon their expectations are apt to become oblivious to the requirements of their actual situation.


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