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[On gardens:] I think they're sanctuaries for the mind and spirit. ... It's easy to feel wonder-struck in a garden, especially if you cultivate delight.
Diane Ackerman
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Diane Ackerman
Age: 76
Born: 1948
Born: October 7
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