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A Sample of our Lessons

"What virtues do you wish more of?" asks Mr. L.

I answer--

Patience, Love, Silence,

Obedience, Generosity, Perseverance,

Industry, Respect, Self-Denial.

"What vices less of?"

Idleness, Willfulness, Vanity,

Impatience, Impudence, Pride,

Selfishness, Activity, Love of Cats.

                                  - Louisa May Alcott's journal, age 12.