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No matter how I feel, I get up, dress up, and show up for life. When I do, the day always serves up more than I could have hoped for. Each day truly is a slice of heaven. Some days the slices are just smaller than others.

Regina Brett

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Regina Brett
Age: 68
Born: 1956
Born: May 31
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