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Why? (Caravan of Dreams)
A MAN said to a Dervish : ‘Why do I not see you more often ?’ The Dervish replied : ‘Because the words “Why have you not been to see me?” are sweeter to my ear than the words “Why have you come again?”.’ YARPP List ### Related posts: 1. Will It Fly Summary (7/10) 2.
A MAN said to a Dervish : ‘Why do I not see you more often ?’ The Dervish replied : ‘Because the words “Why have you not been to see me?” are sweeter to my ear than the words “Why have you come again?”.’
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