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“Parents often give middle names just so that later, when they're yelling at the kid, they can drag it out. Henry David Thoreau, you come in here this instant!”

Quote by Paul Reiser

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Paul Reiser is an American comedian, writer, and television producer. Known for his unique humor and profound emotional insights, he is best known for his work on the sitcom 'Paul Reiser' and his books 'I, Paul' and 'I, Paul 2'. more

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