We can only write well about our sins because it is too difficult to recall a virtuous act or even whether it was the result of good or evil motives. (Edward Dahlberg)

We can only write well about our sins because it is too difficult to recall a virtuous act or even whether it was the result of good or evil motives.

Edward Dahlberg

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