A Leaf of Winter

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A Leaf of Winter

"Shadows of Yourself."

2023

0h 3m

10.0(1 votes)

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We all carry our leaves, some of winter, some of spring and summer. But all leaves grow, breathe and wither with time; and so do we.

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