Love

 


“We love the things we love for what they are.”
― Robert Frost

“You don't love someone because they're perfect, you love them in spite of the fact that they're not.”
― Jodi Picoult




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  1. Rev. Dr. Rosemary HydeFebruary 15, 2022 at 8:54 AM

    What a beautiful, natural Valentine!!! Thank you, Lizzie!! Your posts help us experience inner serenity on a day to day basis of wonderful moments of attention. THank you for that gift!!

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