Alternatives Quote by Nick Joaquín

“Love should have no alternatives; love should be the sole reason for loving; love should spring of itself.” quote by Nick Joaquín — Download Open image

“Love should have no alternatives; love should be the sole reason for loving; love should spring of itself.”

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