“Maybe as times get worse we get better. Our pain makes us feel other people's too; our fear lets us practice valor; we are tense, and tender as well. And among the things we can no longer afford are things we never really wanted anyway.”
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Nancy Gibbs
Nancy Gibbs was an accomplished American essayist known for her insightful and moving writing style. Her work spans a variety of subjects from politics to culture, earning her widespread acclaim for her unique perspective and delicate pen. more
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