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“In this life, nobody has forever in which to leave home, to return, to make a new home, or to open the door to someone. Death doesn't wait while we tidy everything up. And there are several kinds of dying.”

Quote by Jean Little

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Jean Little is a renowned Canadian children's literature author, born on January 2, 1932. Her works are beloved for their delicate emotions and profound insights into the lives of children. more

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