Appearance and Reality

Music: Luke Dillon
By Turlough O'Carolan. Sequenced by Barry Taylor at Turlough O'Carolan.

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Nicholas Gordon

 To appear wise, one must talk;
To be wise, one must listen.

To appear to do good, one must be busy;
To do good, one must know when to stand aside.

To appear to lead, one must put oneself first;
To lead, one must put oneself last.

To appear caring, one must give advice;
To be caring, one must give space.

To appear to love, one must know how to give;
To love, one must know also how to receive.

To appear happy, one must smile;
To be happy, one must be free with tears.

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