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“I once got a huge, expensive flower arrangement from a person I didn't like, who sent it out of pure guilt. It had a hideous bird-of-paradise in the middle, and I thought it would never fade and die. I hated it.”

Quote by Maeve Binchy

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Maeve Binchy was an Irish novelist known for her warm, humorous, and insightful character portrayals. Her works often focus on the lives of ordinary people, exploring themes such as family, friendship, and love. Born on May 28, 1940, she passed away on July 30, 2012. more

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