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“It takes personal sacrifice to communicate when conditions are right for the other person-during the meal preparation, after a date, a hurt, a victory, a disappointment, or when someone wants to share a confidence. One must be willing to forego personal convenience to invest time in establishing a firm foundation for family communication. When communication in the family seems to be bogging down, each individual should look to himself for the remedy.”

Quote by Marvin J. Ashton

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Marvin J. Ashton

Marvin J. Ashton was a renowned author whose works spanned across various genres, including history, science fiction, and fantasy. He was born on May 6, 1915, and passed away on February 25, 1994. more

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