But my little one, my Marie-Therese, is so precious to me. I love her far more than I ever imagined I would. My very own, beloved, dear child. I will try to be as a good mother to her as maman has been to me. Only I won’t scold her or criticize her as much.
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The Hidden Diary of Marie Antoinette - Carolly Erickson (via
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