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If a problem looks difficult, relax. If it looks impossible, relax even more. Then begin encouraging small changes, putting just enough pressure… — Martha Beck Copy Share Image
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She opened her mouth to answer, but he was already kissing her. She had kissed him so many times—soft gentle kisses, hard… — Cassandra Clare Copy Share Image
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He's like a drug for you, Bella." His voice was still gentle, not at all critical. "I see that you can't live… — Stephenie Meyer Copy Share Image
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Cookbooks hit you where you live. You want comfort; you want security; you want food; you want to not be hungry and… — Laurie Colwin Copy Share Image
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I came out for exercise, gentle exercise, and to notice the scenery and to botanise. And no sooner do I get on… — H. G. Wells Copy Share Image
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