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The person who helps you is the person who aids you in becoming independent and strong. Good teachers don't answer your questions, they ask you questions.

Frederick Lenz

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Frederick Lenz
Age: 48 †
Born: 1950
Born: February 9
Died: 1998
Died: April 12
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