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01Undated

To love deeply in one direction makes us more loving in all others.

Anne-Sophie Swetchine / quote

02Undated

We are rich only through what we give and poor only through what we refuse.

Anne-Sophie Swetchine / quote

03Undated

Providence has hidden a charm in difficult undertakings which is appreciated only by those who dare to grapple with them.

Anne-Sophie Swetchine / quote

04Undated

We deceive ourselves when we fancy that only weakness needs support. Strength needs it far more.

Anne-Sophie Swetchine / quote

05Undated

Old age is that night of life as night is the old age of day. Still night is full of magnificence and for many it is more brilliant than the day.

Anne-Sophie Swetchine / quote