There is a sacredness in tears.... They are the messengers of overwhelming grief, of deep contrition and of unspeakable love. (Washington Irving)

There is a sacredness in tears.... They are the messengers of overwhelming grief, of deep contrition and of unspeakable love.

Washington Irving

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