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“One can never call me a quitter I take something right and see it through till it’s wrong Auctioning myself off to the lowest bidder Going once, going twice Gone Sold to the man for the price of disdain Some are sold for a song I don’t rate a refrain I guess it was all going just a little too well If I wasn’t careful I’d be happy pretty soon Heaven’s no place for one who thrives on hell, One who prefers the bit to the silver spoon. Then just when I’d almost resigned myself to winning When it seemed my bright future would never dim When my luck looked as though it was only beginning I met him. Sullen and scornful; a real Marlboro man The type who pours out the beer and eats the can A tall guy with a cultivated leer One you can count on to diaprove or disappear I knew right away that he was a find Given this, he was the kindest man I’d ever met Back came my sense of worthlessness And my long lost pangs of regret I was my old self again, lost and confused Reunited with that old feeling Of being misunderstood and misused. Sold to the man for the price of disdain All of this would be interesting If it weren’t so mundane”

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The Princess Diarist

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Carrie Fisher
Carrie Fisher

Carrie Fisher (October 21, 1956 – December 27, 2016) was an American actress, writer, and screenwriter, best known for her iconic role as Princess Leia in the Star Wars franchise. Born into a show business family, she was the daughter of actress Debbie Reynolds and singer Eddie Fisher. Fisher's portrayal of the strong-willed princess made her a global pop culture icon. Beyond acting, she was a talented author, writing the semi-autobiographical novel Postcards from the Edge. She was also a vocal advocate for mental health awareness, openly discussing her struggles with bipolar disorder and addiction. Fisher passed away from a heart attack at age 60, leaving behind a legacy of wit, resilience, and inspiration. more

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