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“A girl's brain is mysterious, but only in a superficial way-a way very exasperating to me.” quote by James Agee — Download Open image

“A girl's brain is mysterious, but only in a superficial way-a way very exasperating to me.”

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The mere attempt to examine my own confusion would consume volumes.

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“God is not here, Hannah said to herself; and made a small cross upon her breastbone, against her blasphemy.”

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Well, now, some people learn a little quicker than others. It's nice to learn fast but it's nice to take your time too.

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