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As far as I'm concerned it's the other way round. We repeat what we remember. Only forgetfulness sets us free.

Margot Livesey

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Margot Livesey
Age: 71
Born: 1953
Born: January 1
Writer
Scotland
United Kingdom
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Round
Rounds
Concerned
Free
Remember
Forgetfulness
Way
Repeat
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