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...and I suddenly feel that Henry is there, incredible need for Henry to be there and to put his hand on me even while it seems to me that Henry is the rain and I am alone and wanting him - Clare
Audrey Niffenegger
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Audrey Niffenegger
Age: 61
Born: 1963
Born: June 13
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