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Weeping is terrible for the complexion said Leonie, holding Shayndel close, but it is very good for the soul.

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Anita Diament
Age: 87
Born: 1937
Born: June 24
Author
Novelist
Short Story Writer
University Teacher
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Complexion
Weeping
Holding
Close
Terrible
Soul
Good

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