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And say to mothers what a holy charge
Is theirs—with what a kingly power their love
Might rule the fountains of the new-born mind.

— Lydia Sigourney

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We speak of educating our children. Do we know that our children also educate us?

Letters to Mothers (1838)

Mothers, whatever you wish your children to become, strive to exhibit in your own lives and conversation.

Letters to Mothers (1838)

The glorified spirit of the infant is a star to guide the mother to its own blissful clime.

Letters to Mothers (1838)

A disposition to dwell on the bright side of character, is like gold to the possessor.

Letters to Young Ladies (1833)

The glorified spirit of the infant is as a star to guide the mother to its own blissful clime.

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