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“I think it's so foolish for people to want to be happy. Happy is so momentary--you're happy for an instant and then you start thinking again. Interest is the most important thing in life; happiness is temporary, but interest is continuous.”

Quote by Georgia O'Keeffe

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Georgia O'Keeffe

American artist known for her distinctive paintings of flowers and landscapes. O'Keeffe's work is renowned for its bold colors and innovative forms, which have had a profound impact on 20th-century American art. more

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