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Life is choice. all day, everyday. who we talk to, where we sit, what we say, how we say it. and our lives become defined by our choices. it's as simple and as complex as that. and as powerful. so when i'm observing that's what i'm watching for. the choices people make
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Life Is Choice. All Day, Everyday. Who

Louise Penny
Life is choice. all day, everyday. who we talk to, where we sit, what we say, how we say it. and our lives become defined by our choices. it's as simple and as complex as that. and as powerful. so when i'm observing that's what i'm watching for. the choices people make
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