If we are to develop an intimate relationship, we need to know each other's desires. If we wish … - Gary Chapman

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. . . . there is no end to observations on the difference between the measures likely to be pursued by a minister backed by a standing army, and those of a court awed by the fear of an armed people.

Gary Chapman

If we are to develop an intimate relationship, we need to know each other's desires. If we wish to love each other, we need to know what the other person wants.

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