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Happiness? A good cigar, a good meal, a good cigar and a good woman - or a bad woman it depends on how much happiness yo
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"Happiness? A good cigar, a good meal, a good cigar and a good woman - or a bad woman; it depends on how much happiness you can handle"

- George Burns

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In this quote, George Burns is expressing his view on happiness. He thinks that joy can be found in basic satisfaction such as a great cigar, an excellent meal, and a good female. Nevertheless, he also acknowledges that happiness can come from a bad woman, depending upon one's capability to manage it. This recommends that joy is subjective and can be discovered in different forms for different people. Burns also indicates that happiness can be discovered in both positive and negative experiences, as long as one is able to handle it. In general, this quote highlights the value of finding pleasure in the little things and being open to various sources of joy.

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George Burns This quote is written / told by George Burns between January 20, 1896 and March 9, 1996. He was a famous Comedian from USA. The author also have 34 other quotes.

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