Little Women

Yesterday I came across a quote I wrote down from the book Little Women. As I read over the wise words of Mrs. March, I knew I had to share it with you.

"I want my daughters to be beautiful, accomplished, and good; to be admired, loved, and respected; to have a happy youth , to be well and wisely married, and lead useful, pleasant lives, with as little care and sorrow to try them as God sees fit to send. To be loved and chosen by a good man is the best and sweetest thing which can happen to a woman; and I sincerely hope my girls may know this beautiful experience. It is natural to think of it; right to hope and wait for it, and wise to prepare for it; so that, when the happy time comes, you may feel ready for the duties, and worthy of joy. My dear girls, I am ambitious for you, but not to have you make a dash in the world, marry rich men merely because they are rich, or have splendid houses, which are not homes because love is wanting. I'd rather see you poor men's wives, if you were happy, beloved, contented, than queens on thrones without self respect and peace." Mrs. March said in her serious yet cheery way.

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xxx~Kelsey