Quote by Larry McMurtry

We choose our lovers for their flaws, you know, Mel said. People would be bored shitless if they had to love only the good in someone they care about.

We choose our lovers for their flaws, you know, Mel said. Pe

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This quote suggests that in choosing our romantic partners, we are attracted to their imperfections. The speaker, Mel, implies that it is these flaws that make a relationship interesting and dynamic. Loving someone solely for their positive aspects would be dull and uninspiring. This quote highlights the complexity of love and the importance of accepting and embracing the entirety of a person, including their flaws.

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