Charity Quote by Washington Irving

“Christmas is a season for kindling the fire for hospitality in the hall, the genial flame of charity in the heart.” quote by Washington Irving — Download Open image

“Christmas is a season for kindling the fire for hospitality in the hall, the genial flame of charity in the heart.”

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