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Having a purpose is the little secret of the nonpretties. Something to do always beats something to look at.
Adriana Trigiani
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Adriana Trigiani
Age: 54
Born: 1970
Born: January 1
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If a man walks in beauty, he will create, and when he creates, he prospers.
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It's the secret to happiness, you know. Only take what you need.
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This should tell you everything you need to know about guys. They only go after what they know they can get. We girls, on the other hand, aim really high. We take a leap.
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