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The earth has music for those who listen. —George Santayana

“The earth has music for those who listen.”

George Santayana philosopher, poet, essayist, novelist

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devika from kerala JULY 10, 2017
good thought

Caroline from Sweden APRIL 27, 2016
I hope more could hear that music <3

Tina from WV MARCH 24, 2016
I like this

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