The most profound joy has more of gravity than of gaiety in it. -

The most profound joy has more of gravity than of gaiety in it. – Michel de Montaigne

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Tis so much joy! Tis so much joy! If I should fail, what poverty! And yet, as poor as I Have ventured all upon a throw; Have gained! Yes! Hesitated so this side the victory! – Emily Dickinson

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