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Those who follow where their genitals lead them often wind up in tedious company.

Mason Cooley

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Mason Cooley
Age: 75 †
Born: 1927
Born: January 1
Died: 2002
Died: July 25
Aphorist
Genitals
Tedious
Lust
Lead
Follow
Wind
Company
Often

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