The invariable mark of wisdom is to see the miraculous in the common. —Ralph Waldo Emerson
“The invariable mark of wisdom is to see the miraculous in the common.”

Ralph Waldo Emerson Philosopher, Poet, Author, Essayist

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Anonymous JANUARY 20, 2018
One of the BEST quotes ever, and so true!!
Evy from Tucson, AZ SEPTEMBER 26, 2016
Such a powerful quote.
Anonymous SEPTEMBER 21, 2016
For all educators across the world.
Gwen from Lakeland SEPTEMBER 21, 2016
Great thought!!!

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