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The songs certainly have not made my fortune, but I am still grateful for the royalties when they come in
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"The songs certainly have not made my fortune, but I am still grateful for the royalties when they come in"

- Sydney Carter

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This quote by Sydney Carter talks to the idea that although his tunes might not have made him a fortune, he is still glad for the royalties he receives when they come in. This speaks with the concept that although he may not have achieved the financial success he may have wished for, he is still grateful for the small successes he has actually accomplished. This quote likewise speaks with the idea that even though he may not have attained the level of success he may have desired, he is still grateful for the chances he has actually been given. This quote is a suggestion to be happy for the little successes in life, even if they may not be as grand as we may have hoped for. It is a reminder to be grateful for the little things in life, and to appreciate the chances we have been offered.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by Sydney Carter between May 6, 1915 and March 13, 2004. He/she was a famous Poet from England. The author also have 5 other quotes.

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