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“Randy lay there like a slug. It was his only defense.”

Book:A Christmas Story: A Play in Two Acts

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This play brings to life the beloved story of a young boy's quest for a Red Ryder BB gun, set against the backdrop of a festive Christmas season. The narrative is filled with humor and heart, offering a nostalgic look at the magic of the holidays. more

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Jean Shepherd

Jean Shepherd, born on July 26, 1921, was an American raconteur known for his unique storytelling style and wit. His career began in the 1940s, and he became famous for his deep insights into everyday life and his love for the culture of the American Midwest. Shepherd's work is characterized by its humorous and intelligent portrayal of human nature, often with an autobiographical touch. more

“I mean, I'm a conservative. I believe that, you know, if you borrow too much, you just build up debts for your children to pay off. You put pressure on interest rates. You put at risk your economy. That's the case in Britain. We're not a reserve currency, so we need to get on and deal with this issue.”

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Author:David Cameron

“I try to think of something catchy to say, but there's nothing but irritation that something that was funny yo an eleven-year-old boy is still funny to a seventeen-year-old one.”

Thinking Trying Years Stills Boys Eleven Seventeen Irritation Catchy Seventeen Years Old

Book:The Scorpio Races

Source: The Scorpio Races

“It's for personal reasons," I say stiffly, which is what my mother had always told me to say about things that had to do with fighting with your brothers, getting any sort of illness that had intestinal ramifications, starting your period, and money.”

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Book:The Scorpio Races

Source: The Scorpio Races

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