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Shun useless conversation. We lose by it both time and the spirit of devotion. — St. Thomas Aquinas.

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The upright intention is the soul of our actions. It gives them life and makes them good. — St. Alphonsus.

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The truth of faith alone, deeply graven in the soul, is sufficient to encourage us to very perfect works; for it strengthens man and increases his charity. — St. Teresa.

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It is folly not to think of death. It is greater folly to think of it, and not prepare for it. — St. Alphonsus.