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I have always believed that the way my parents disciplined me has a great deal to do with the success I have enjoyed as a man.

Adrian Peterson

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Adrian Peterson
Age: 39
Born: 1985
Born: March 21
American Football Player
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Texas
Adrian Lewis Peterson
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