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I am an atheist, myself. A simple faith, but a great comfort to me, in these last days.

Lois McMaster Bujold

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Lois McMaster Bujold
Age: 75
Born: 1949
Born: November 2
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When the time comes to leap in faith whether you have your eyes open or closed or scream all the way down or not makes no practical difference.
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