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“Kindness is not like a barter, so much for so much; or so much by contract, and my duty done. But kindness is like a righteousness or like a worship, not done unless it be done all I can. For the heart must run forth without measure like a child, and kindness be wound around like a child's arms about the neck, not by measure, but as tightly and as long as they can be.”

Quote by James Vila Blake

Work

More Than Kin: a Book of Kindness ...

This book explores the profound impact of acts of kindness on individuals and communities, highlighting the power of empathy and compassion in fostering strong relationships and a sense of belonging. more

Author

James Vila Blake

James Vila Blake, born in 1842 and died in 1925, was a renowned American author known for his diverse literary works. more

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