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“Thing were falling apart. We just could not slow down. We were evolving into something greater, perhaps too much for our own good. And one thing always remained as I moved on. I saved a little bit of love just in case you would ever return home.”

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Beautiful Chaos

This book delves into the intricate tapestry of human emotions, focusing on the dynamics of relationships and the chaos that often ensues. It offers a rich narrative that delves into the depths of personal struggles and the search for meaning in life. more

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Robert M. Drake

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“What would be wicked would be to say, 'I will not give this person a job because he belongs to this category of people, and there's some kind of statistical tendency for this category of person to be different from that category...' Treat them as individuals! Look at the qualifications of this individual, and forget about the group, race, whatever you want to call it, to which he belongs.”

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