You cannot know, should I discribe to you; the feelings of a parent. . . . Four years … - Abigail Adams

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I have always believed India is a country blessed by God with enormous entrepreneurial skills.

Abigail Adams

You cannot know, should I discribe to you; the feelings of a parent. . . . Four years have already past away since you left your native land, and this rural Cottage-Humble indeed, when compared to the Palaces you have visited, and the pomp you have been witness to. But I dare say you have not been so inattentive an observer, as to suppose that Sweet peace, and contentment, cannot inhabit the lowly roof, and bless the tranquil inhabitants, equally guarded and protected, in person and property, in this happy Country, as those who reside in the most elegant and costly dwellings.

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