Quote by Sylvia Ashton Warner

The truth is that I am enslaved... in one vast love affair with 70 children.

The truth is that I am enslaved... in one vast love affair w

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker feels deeply connected and engaged with their work involving 70 children. They describe it as a "love affair," implying a strong emotional attachment and commitment. The term "enslaved" is metaphorical, expressing the intensity and sacrifice that comes with giving oneself completely to this responsibility. It signifies a sense of devotion and the profound impact that caring for these children has on the speaker's life.

By Sylvia Ashton Warner

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