A faithful friend is a strong defense; And he that hath found him hath found a treasure. - Louisa May Alcott

Oh, Jo. Jo, you have so many extraordinary gifts; how can you expect to lead an ordinary life? You’re ready to go out and – and find a good use for your talent. Tho’ I don’t know what I shall do without my Jo. Go, and embrace your liberty. And see what wonderful things come of it.

To be loved and chosen by a good man is the best and sweetest thing which can happen to a woman.

My Jo, you may say anything to your mother, for it is my greatest happiness and pride to feel that my girls confide in me and know how much I love them.