The love of one's own sex is precious, for it is neither provoked by vanity nor retained by flattery; it is genuine and sincere. (Maria Mitchell)

The love of one's own sex is precious, for it is neither provoked by vanity nor retained by flattery; it is genuine and sincere.

Maria Mitchell

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