Believe me, I am not blind, not insensible; I recognize the truth--all you would tell me--of the inalienable rights of womanhood.

Neglect, distrust, brutality, open insult have all been my portion.

The thousands all over the world accept these as worthy reasons for breaking their marriage vows.

But can I?
Can I who have ever condemned those others for doing so?
Can I, who have ever held that sacrament to be sacred and enduring?
And I realize that the temptation has not come because of the wrongs done to me.

He has been all this before, many, many times, yet I have remained true and loyal, not questioning my duty.