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My mother gave me a push. If I hadn't had her, maybe I wouldn't have had the push. If I hadn't gone… — Sam Donaldson Copy Share Image
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Why keep in touch with them? That's what I want to know,' asked Larry despairingly. 'What satisfaction does it give you? They're… — Gerald Durrell Copy Share Image
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