Aging Quote by Kathe Kollwitz

“It seems to me nowadays that the most important task for someone who is aging is to spread love and warmth whenever possible.” quote by Kathe Kollwitz — Download Open image

“It seems to me nowadays that the most important task for someone who is aging is to spread love and warmth whenever possible.”

Kathe Kollwitz

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