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“It has been said that the gate of history turns on small hinges, and so do people's lives. The choices we make determine our destiny.”

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Thomas S. Monson

Thomas S. Monson was an American author known for his religious works. Born on August 21, 1927, he gained recognition in the Mormon Church. more

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