Quote by E. V. Cooke

You are beaten to earth? Well, well, what's that? Come up with a smiling face, It's nothing against you to fall down flat/ But to lie there-that's a disgrace.

You are beaten to earth? Well, well, what's that? Come up wi

Summary

This quote is about resilience and the importance of staying positive despite facing challenges. It suggests that experiencing setbacks or failures is normal and should not be seen as a defeat. Instead, one should rise with a smile and keep fighting. The quote emphasizes that falling down is not shameful, but remaining defeated and unmotivated is. It encourages individuals to maintain a determined and optimistic attitude in the face of adversity.

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By E. V. Cooke

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