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Even things which seem separate and finished are infinitely connected and will infinitely connect. This connection happens as soon as you let it, as soon as you engage - as soon as you even attempt to engage.

Ali Smith

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Ali Smith
Age: 62
Born: 1962
Born: January 1
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