William S. Burroughs quote: There is no intensity of love or feeling that does not involve the risk of crippling hurt. It is a ...

There is no intensity of love or feeling that does not involve the risk of crippling hurt. It is a duty to take this risk, to love and feel without defense or reserve.

~ William S. Burroughs ~

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