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How Can One Change One's Entire Life And Build A New One On One Moment Of Love? And Yet, That's What You Make Me Want To Close My Eyes And Do.

-Greta Garbo

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How Can One Change

Greta Garbo

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How Can One Change One's Entire Life And Build A New One On One Moment Of Love? And Yet, That's What You Make Me Want To Close My Eyes And Do.

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