Often I'd take out my magnifying glass and stare into the chaos that w…

David Sedaris
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Often I'd take out my magnifying glass and stare into the chaos that was her face. ✨ April & Paris. www.newyorker.com. March 24, 2008.
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Often I'd take out my magnifying glass and stare into the chaos that was her face. ✨ April & Paris. www.newyorker.com. March 24, 2008.

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