William H. Gass Quotes

Some people say their life is full of darkness and I wonder why they don't just try and switch the lights on.

William H. Gass

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• Some people say their life is full of darkness and I wonder why they don't just try and switch the lights on.

  

  William H. Gass
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  • Life
  • Trying