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In the end of five years I made supplication to the king to go out of this land, desiring to see my poor wife and children according to conscience and nature.

What difference is there between us, save a restless dream that follows my soul but fears to come near you?

Absence from those we love is self from self – a deadly banishment.

Parting is such sweet sorrow.

Ever has it been that love knows not its own depth until the hour of separation.

From that moment on, there will be an irreversible process to separate Quebec from Canada.

Yes, the meeting of dear friends atones for the regret of separation; and like it so much enhances affection, that after absence one wonders how one has been able to stay away from them so long.