Love, I think, is a gateway to the world, not an escape from it.

Mark Doty
Love, I think, is a gateway to the world, not...
Love, I think, is a gateway to the world, not...
Love, I think, is a gateway to the world, not...
Love, I think, is a gateway to the world, not...
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It is difficult to live up to the expectations of others, but to live up to your own expectations can be even more difficult. When you are in love, you cannot help but feel that everything is worth it. You will do anything for the other person, even if it means giving up your own dreams to be with them.

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