Infinity Quote by Martha Manning

“The infinity of this vacancy, the pervasive pain, the longing for some spirit, some lightness, some joy - that's all that is left.” quote by Martha Manning — Download Open image

“The infinity of this vacancy, the pervasive pain, the longing for some spirit, some lightness, some joy - that's all that is left.”

Martha Manning

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