Wouldn't it be fun if all the castles in the air which we make could come true and we could live in them?
("Little Women")
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Jo's breath gave out here, and wrapping her head in the paper, she bedewed her little story with a few natural tears, for to be independent and earn the praise of those she loved were the dearest wishes of her heart, and this seemed to be the first step toward that happy end.
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