I only desire sincere relations with the worthiest of my acquaintance, that they may give me an opportunity once in a year to speak the truth. (Henry David Thoreau)

I only desire sincere relations with the worthiest of my acquaintance, that they may give me an opportunity once in a year to speak the truth.

Henry David Thoreau

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