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Quote by Peter Meinke

“The trick is, to treat your days as if each one may be your last.”

Quote by Peter Meinke

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Peter Meinke is an American poet born in 1932. His poetry is known for its concise language and profound emotional expression, which has won him a wide audience. more

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