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“If the present is really all we have, then the present lasts forever.”

Quote by Anne Lamott

Book:Plan B: Further Thoughts on Faith

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Plan B: Further Thoughts on Faith

This book delves into the author's contemplations on the nature of faith and its role in personal and societal contexts. more

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Anne Lamott is an American novelist born on April 10, 1954. Her works are known for their humor, directness, and profound emotional depth, primarily exploring themes of family, faith, and self-discovery. more

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