“It was difficult to enjoy the trees and flowers when I was so aware of all that I had not yet done - pruning, weeding, transplanting, mulching, composting, tagging. When I was doing the work myself, I was happy, free.”
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Jay Neugeboren
Jay Neugeboren, born on May 30, 1938, is an American novelist known for his profound psychological insights and his focus on social issues in his works. more
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