Discipline Quote by Mary Jo Putney Download Open image ““...and with the deftness of a thief, he was picking the lock of her willpower.”” — Mary Jo Putney ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4.1 out of 5 (9 ratings) Copy quoteShare Deftness Thief Discipline Lock Willpower Picking Lock Thief Thief Picking
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Like cats and ice cream, showers were among life's simple, uncomplicated pleasures. — Mary Jo Putney Copy Share Image
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“Winning her would be like coaxing a butterfly to land on his hand. Patience, gentleness, and perhaps a prayer or two would be required.” — Mary Jo Putney Copy Share Image
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“Because you loved, you promised. You must try harder to keep that promise.” — Mary Jo Putney Copy Share Image
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