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“I didn't think I was in a morbid mood, but it appears I am. My mind goes round and round trying to figure things out, but I always come back to the same two things: Loneliness and Death. Life ends before we figure anything out, most importantly how not to be lonely. Solitude is fine. But feeling like you have no one to love - abject lonliness - is not alright.”

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Jonathan Ames
Jonathan Ames

Jonathan Ames is an American author born on March 23, 1964. Known for his humor and satire, he is the author of works such as 'Married: A Fictional Autobiography' and 'The Alcoholic: A Memoir'. Ames' writing is characterized by its autobiographical nature and deep exploration of personal experiences and inner worlds. more

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