Human existence Quote by Gabrielle Palmer

“For the greater part of human existence we went bare-breasted and were accustomed to the great diversity of breast shape. Now instead of feeling proud of their individuality, thousands of women yearn to conform to a ridiculous standard of uniformity.” quote by Gabrielle Palmer — Download Open image

““For the greater part of human existence we went bare-breasted and were accustomed to the great diversity of breast shape. Now instead of feeling proud of their individuality, thousands of women yearn to conform to a ridiculous standard of uniformity.””

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