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“It is a fact of life that people give dinner parties, and when they invite you, you have to turn around and invite them back. Often they retaliate by inviting you again, and you must then extend another invitation. Back and forth you go, like Ping-Pong balls, and what you end up with is called social life.”

Quote by Laurie Colwin

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Laurie Colwin was an American author known for her warm and humorous writing style. Her works often revolve around themes of family, friendship, and love, and have won the hearts of readers. Born on June 14, 1944, she passed away on October 24, 1992. more

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