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The worst part of holding the memories is not the pain. it's the loneliness of it. memories need to be shared.
-Lois Lowry
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The Worst Part Of Holding The Memories

Lois Lowry
The worst part of holding the memories is not the pain. it's the loneliness of it. memories need to be shared.
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