Raden Adjeng Kartini

“ Let me begin by sending you both, in the name of my sisters too, heartfelt wishes of happiness on the birth of your second son. We hope from our hearts that he may become just such a sweet, healthy little fellow as his brother, who will grow in time into a fine man, and make you both right proud. ”

“ I hear you laugh when you have read the verses, how foolish, Eh? but do not be surprised at them, all old aunts become more or less sentimental, and to that category belongs she who now writes. ↑ To Mevrouwde Booij-Boissevain. ↑
"May the God of springtime spread,
Roses before your feet,
May the God of love lead and
Keep you gentle, true and good! ”