Great joy, especially after a sudden change of circumstances, is apt to be silent, and dwells rather in the heart than on the tongue. (Henry Fielding)

Great joy, especially after a sudden change of circumstances, is apt to be silent, and dwells rather in the heart than on the tongue.

Henry Fielding

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