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“Not rarely, and this is especially true of wives and mothers, the motive behind assuming a disproportionate share of work and responsibility is completely unselfish. We want to protect, to spare those of whom we are fond. We forget that, regardless of the motive, the results of such action are almost always destructive and unproductive.”

Quote by Hortense Odlum

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Hortense Odlum was an enigmatic historical figure whose identity remains unclear. Limited information is available about her life and achievements, and she passed away on January 12, 1970. more

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