Ann Bridge (Mary Ann Dolling) Quotes

Do get over the idea that size has any value or merit. It is the enemy of most of the best things in the world - it is the enemy of the good life.

Ann Bridge

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• Do get over the idea that size has any value or merit. It is the enemy of most of the best things in the world - it is the enemy of the good life.

  

  Ann Bridge
  • Value
  • Enemy
  • Size