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My mother had a look on her face that I'll never forget. It was one of complete despair and horror, for losing Bing, for being so foolish as to think she could use faith to change fate.
Amy Tan
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Amy Tan
Age: 72
Born: 1952
Born: February 19
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Amy Ruth Tan
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