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The Unbearable Lightness of Being

by Milan Kundera

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The Mysteries of Pittsburgh

by Michael Chabon

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by Michael Chabon

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Melanie’s Quotes

“The right combination of guilt and machismo has sent many a fool out into the jungle when he should have stayed home.”
― Jimmy Buffett, Tales from Margaritaville

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“I'm afraid that sometimes you'll play lonely games too. Games you can't win 'cause you'll play against you.”
― Dr. Seuss

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“Always do what is right. It will gratify half of mankind and astound the other.”
― Mark Twain

tags: morals

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“Is that a bulletproof vest? See, now that's so insulting. That's like saying I'm not smart enough to shoot you in the head."
Eddie DeChooch”
― Janet Evanovich, Seven Up

tags: humor

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“The administration says the American people want tax cuts. Well, duh. The American people also want drive-through nickel beer night. The American people want to lose weight by eating ice cream. The American people love the Home Shopping Network because it's commercial-free.”
― Will Durst

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For all the fans who love Harry Potter...more than anything else! they might be some spoilers in this group!!!

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