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“Medicinal discovery, It moves in mighty leaps, It leapt straight past the common cold And gave it us for keeps.”

Quote by Pam Ayres

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Pam Ayres is a renowned British poet known for her humorous and straightforward style. Her poetry covers a wide range of themes, including love, family, everyday life, and social commentary. Her works are widely included in various poetry anthologies and are popular both in the UK and internationally. more

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