"If it were in my power, I would be wiser; but a newly felt power carries me off in spite of myself; love leads me one way, my understanding another."

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A man who carries a cat by the tail is getting experience that will always be helpful. He isn't likely to grow dim or doubtful. Chances are, he isn't likely to carry the cat that way again, either. But if he wants to, I say let him!

— Mark Twain