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Love, in so many different manifestations... normally a calm feeling, an intense and rich feeling that is based on a very beautiful emotion of connection with people, and space on earth, and in the world. Love, and respect, and admiration, and appreciation, these things flow easily into eachother.
Koyo Kouoh, Koyo and Albie in conversation, The Albie Collection, 25 July 2024 source ↗
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