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Around us the night creatures have their say. We are surrounded by a symphony of crickets and frogs. Neither of us feels the need to speak, and I suppose that is one of the qualities I find comforting in Kartik. We can be alone together.
Libba Bray
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Libba Bray
Age: 60
Born: 1964
Born: March 11
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Texas
United States
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