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There is no differentiation between all living things: trees, river, animals, and humans. we are all one interdependent organism, so our focus may seem broad but each element interacts with the other. we have so many phenomenal eyes, skills, and hands on deck. it's mind-blowingly exciting.
-Ian Somerhalder
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There Is No Differentiation Between All Living

Ian Somerhalder
There is no differentiation between all living things: trees, river, animals, and humans. we are all one interdependent organism, so our focus may seem broad but each element interacts with the other. we have so many phenomenal eyes, skills, and hands on deck. it's mind-blowingly exciting.
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