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“Come on, Forney.' Novalee, it's a parasite.' But it's a tradition.' It's a parasite! And you expect people yo stand under it and kiss?' Yes! it's what people do with mistletoe.”

Quote by Billie Letts

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Billie Letts was an American novelist born on May 30, 1938, and passed away on August 2, 2014. Known for her profound character development and emotionally rich storytelling, her works have left a lasting impact on contemporary American literature. more

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