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When we reached the beach, Leif fell to his knees with a dramatic cry. Solid ground! I'll never take you for granted again. Are you going to kiss the sand? I asked. Don't be ridiculous. Now I'M the one being silly? Yes.
Maria V. Snyder
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Maria V. Snyder
Age: 55
Born: 1969
Born: January 1
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