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“I'd known enough flush times and lean ones to understand that money came and went. And that one day I'd also lose my looks, my seemingly boundless energy and maybe the ability to catch the eye of an attractive man and the audacity to Rollerblade. My name would be forgotten. So would bad reviews, and good ones. But loving a child is something that lasts. Long after all the rest is gone, that's what endures.”

Quote by Joyce Maynard

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Joyce Maynard
Joyce Maynard

Joyce Maynard is an American author known for her short stories and essays. Born on November 5, 1953, she has gained recognition in the literary world for her unique writing style and profound emotional insight. more

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