Quote by Benjamin Franklin

Lost time is never found again, and what we call time enough always proves little enough. Let us then be up and doing, and doing to a purpose.

Lost time is never found again, and what we call time enough

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of not wasting time and taking action. It implies that once time is lost, it cannot be recovered. Even when we believe we have enough time, it often turns out to be insufficient. Therefore, the quote encourages us to be proactive and work with a clear intention, implying that time should be spent wisely and purposefully to achieve our goals.

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