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" The spirit becomes free only when it ceases to be a support. "

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" We all have wings, but they have not been of any avail to us and if we could tear them off, we would do so. "

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" Tyranny or slavery, born of selfishness, are the two educational methods of parents; all gradations of tyranny or slavery. "

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" May I kiss you then? On this miserable paper? I might as well open the window and kiss the night air. "

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" If I shall exist eternally, how shall I exist tomorrow? "

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