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And if you can't shape your life the way you want, at least try as much as you can not to degrade it.


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Have Ithaka always in your mind. Your arrival there is what you are destined for. But don't in the least hurry the journey.



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One candle is enough. Its gentle light will be more suitable, will be more gracious when the Shades arrive, the Shades of Love.



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