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“Recently I was tenderly hugging one of our precious little five-year-old granddaughters and said to her, "I love you, sweetheart." She responded rather blandly: "I know." I asked, "How do you know that I love you?" Because! You're my grandfather!”

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Russell M. Nelson
Russell M. Nelson

Russell M. Nelson is a renowned American surgeon, born on September 9, 1924. He has made significant contributions to the field of medicine, particularly in cardiac surgery. Dr. Nelson has performed thousands of heart surgeries throughout his career and is known for his innovative techniques in the field. more

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