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The real drawback to the simple life is that it is not simple. If you are living it, you positively can do nothing else.
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"The real drawback to the simple life is that it is not simple. If you are living it, you positively can do nothing else. There is not time"

- Katharine Fullerton Gerould

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This quote by Katharine Fullerton Gerould talks to the complexity of the basic life. It suggests that living a simple life is not as easy as it may appear. It requires a good deal of dedication and focus, as there is insufficient time to do anything else. The quote suggests that living a basic life is a full-time task, and that it is not possible to do anything else while living it. This quote talks to the problem of living a simple life, and the commitment and dedication it needs. It likewise recommends that living an easy life is not an option, however a requirement, as there is not enough time to do anything else. This quote is a tip that living a simple life is hard, which it requires a lot of devotion and focus.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Katharine Fullerton Gerould. He/she was a famous Writer from USA. The author also have 10 other quotes.

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