“I’m not afraid of storms, for I’m learning how to sail my ship.”Little Women, Chapter 44 — My Lord and Lady · View source
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“I’m not afraid of storms, for I’m learning how to sail my ship.”Little Women, Chapter 44 — My Lord and Lady · View source
“I want to do something splendid, something heroic or wonderful that won’t be forgotten after I’m dead.”Little Women, Chapter 13 — Castles in the Air · View source
“I want my daughters to be beautiful, accomplished, and good. To be admired, loved, and respected.”Little Women, Chapter 9 — Meg Goes to Vanity Fair · View source
“Money is a needful and precious thing, and when well used, a noble thing, but I never want you to think it is the first or only prize to strive for.”Little Women, Chapter 9 — Meg Goes to Vanity Fair · View source
“I’d rather see you poor men’s wives, if you were happy, beloved, contented, than queens on thrones, without self-respect and peace.”Little Women, Chapter 9 — Meg Goes to Vanity Fair · View source