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Like falling – endlessly – and then discovering you have wings.
The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 21 January 2023 source ↗
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How would you describe what love feels like to you?Originally asked
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The most intensive and beautiful golden sunlight. It’s the strongest force in the universe.
A lifelong sleepover.
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Peaceful and joyful.
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I would deplore feeling deplorable about myself.
The inability to negotiate peace and truly forgive.
Having a great fear.
My biggest disappointment would be living with disappointment. What a burden to be shackled to. I would be truly disappointed if I didn’t (as the song says) pick myself up, dust myself off, and start all over again.
As a kind person who cared for others.
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