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We do not succeed in changing things according to our desire, but gradually our desire changes
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"We do not succeed in changing things according to our desire, but gradually our desire changes"

- Marcel Proust

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France Flag This quote is written / told by Marcel Proust between July 10, 1871 and November 18, 1922. He/she was a famous Author from France. The author also have 47 other quotes.

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