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You should never be surprised when someone treats you with respect, you should expect it.

Sarah Dessen

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Sarah Dessen
Age: 54
Born: 1970
Born: June 6
Novelist
Writer
Evanston
Illinois
Never
Surprised
Treats
Inspiring
Expect
Respect
Inspirational
Someone

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