"We lavish on animals the love we are afraid to show to people. They might not return it; or worse, they might."

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Insight & Reflection

This reflection on love by Mignon McLaughlin resonates across generations. It highlights a fundamental truth about human nature: our continuous search for meaning in love is what ultimately defines our character and our path forward.

About Mignon McLaughlin

Mignon McLaughlin was an American journalist and author.

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