Colin Firth Quotes

I'm not patient, and some things drive me crazy. In my work, I get incredibly upset when people don't get it right or don't respect others' needs.

Colin Firth

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• I'm not patient, and some things drive me crazy. In my work, I get incredibly upset when people don't get it right or don't respect others' needs.

  

  Colin Firth
  • People
  • Work
  • Respect