Ancient Writing Proverb
Ancient Writing Proverb: She tried. Tried. Failed. Ate chocolate. Tried again.
~Dawn E. (BIW Member)
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Moe! What a great “Ancient Quote” … LOL!
I sure would live to contact this ancient sage to get permission to put that quote on a set of note cards!
Have a great day!
Sue B
Well, it so happens her descendants are still around. 😉