He spent his life creating intricate things, only to destroy... - Colonel Aureliano Buendía

This quote is attributed to Colonel Aureliano Buendía.

"He spent his life creating intricate things, only to destroy them in the end."

Colonel Aureliano Buendía Perseverance

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"One must accept one's life as a gift, whatever form it takes."

"In his mind he made a quick calculation of the digit possibilities."

"He was following a scent that he had only felt once before."

"Wars are not won by artillery."

"Perseverance is the key to success."

"Don't give up on what you believe in."

"I've been through worse."

"You learn to live with the pain."