A book is a wonderful present. Though it may grow worn, it will never grow old.

Jane Yolen
A book is a wonderful present. Though it may grow...
A book is a wonderful present. Though it may grow...
A book is a wonderful present. Though it may grow...
A book is a wonderful present. Though it may grow...
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I love how this quote puts a twist on the traditional notion of giving gifts. Traditionally, the ideal gift is an object that can last forever. While that’s true for some objects, it’s not the case for every gift. A book is a wonderful present. Though it may grow worn, it will never grow old.

Source: Girl In A Cage

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