We must all make do with the rags of love we find flapping on the scarecrow of humanity.

Angela Carter
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The saying, , "we must all make do with the rags of love we find flapping on the scarecrow of humanity," is an insightful quote that highlights the imperfections of love. We must all make do with what we find flapping on the scarecrow of humanity because love is something that cannot be controlled or controlled by others. It is something that is given freely and will leave you to deal with the rags that are flapping on the scarecrow of humanity.

Source: Nights At The Circus

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