Monica Hesse Quotes
When Holly Madison, Hef's former chief girlfriend, came out with a tell-all book about life in the Mansion, the most bizarre revelation was that, prior to the man's infamous orgies, all of the live-in girlfriends were required to put on matching pink flannel pajamas.
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I think prom is just about enjoying yourself.
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Love is always being given where it is not required.
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I want to be a role model.
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I love English girls! I adore all their different accents. Who knows, I could find a British girlfriend on my travels!
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When Holly Madison, Hef's former chief girlfriend, came out with a tell-all book about life in the Mansion, the most bizarre revelation was that, prior to the man's infamous orgies, all of the live-in girlfriends were required to put on matching pink flannel pajamas.
