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" Gene sometimes... well, he has his dream list. "
Paul Stanley
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" Autobiographies, for the most part, to me, are like writing a love letter to yourself. "
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" My workout is always with a trainer because, quite honestly, I don't think most people are motivated enough to do what they need to on their own. You either need a spotter or you need a trainer. You need somebody there to push you to get that extra five. "
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