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Over the last few hours I've allowed myself to feel defeated, and just like she said if you allow yourself to feel the way you really feel, maybe you won't be afraid of that feeling anymore.
Tori Amos
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Tori Amos
Age: 61
Born: 1963
Born: August 22
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Myra Ellen Amos
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