A Quote by Sam Ewing

The trouble with giving advice is that others want to return the favor.

Sam Ewing

Quote Topics

Advice Favor Giving Giving Advice Others Return Trouble Want

Quote Author

Sam Ewing
American - Athlete
Born: April 9, 1949

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