He to whom many objects of pursuit arise at the same time, will frequently hesitate between different desires … - Samuel Johnson

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Mary means Star of the sea, for as mariners are guided to port by the ocean star, so Christians attain to glory through Mary's maternal intercession.

Samuel Johnson

He to whom many objects of pursuit arise at the same time, will frequently hesitate between different desires till a rival has precluded him, or change his course as new attractions prevail, and harass himself without advancing.

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Our aspirations are our possibilities.

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