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Too often, the opportunity knocks, but by the time you push back the chain, push back the bolt, unhook the two locks and shut off the burglar alarm, it's too late.
Rita Coolidge
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"Too often, the opportunity knocks, but by the time you push back the chain, push back the bolt, unhook the two locks and shut off the burglar alarm, it's too late."
— Rita Coolidge

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Too often, the opportunity knocks, but by the time you push back the chain, push back the bolt, unhook the two locks and shut off the burglar alarm, it's too late. — Rita Coolidge

About Rita Coolidge

Rita Coolidge was a Musician from United States (1945–present).

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Who said "Too often, the opportunity knocks, but by the time you push back the chain, pus…"?
This quote is attributed to Rita Coolidge, a Musician from United States.
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Rita Coolidge lived from 1945 – present.