Roy Blount, Jr. Quotes

I like weeding, but I tend to think of it as a solitary activity.

Roy Blount, Jr.

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• I like weeding, but I tend to think of it as a solitary activity.

  

  Roy Blount, Jr.
  • Activity
  • Weed
  • Solitary