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My favorite literature to read is fairly dry history. I like the framework, and my imagination can do the rest.

Andrew Bird

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Andrew Bird
Age: 51
Born: 1973
Born: July 11
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I just pay attention to what's in my head. That's my number-one rule.
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You travel with the hope that something unexpected will happen. It has to do with enjoying being lost and figuring it out and the satisfaction. I always get a little disappointed when I know too well where I’m going, or when I’ve lived in a place so long that there’s no chance I could possibly get lost.
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I put a lot into my records, and I won't release anything I'm not totally thrilled with.
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