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I am essentially optimistic. Being alive is incredible. Life is extraordinary and beautiful. It can be hard and sad and terrifying, but it's all we've got.

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James Frey
Age: 55
Born: 1969
Born: September 12
Blogger
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Cleveland
Ohio
James Christopher Frey
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