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“The only crying shame about it is, when good things happen to you, you run short of time. It takes the same amount of time, however, to tell people, 'It's good to see you again. I'm sorry we only have a minute to talk,' as it does to say, 'I don't have time to talk with you' period.”

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Barbara Mandrell

Barbara Mandrell is an American country music singer born on December 25, 1948. Known for her distinctive voice and diverse musical style, she is a significant figure in the country music industry. more

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