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You can never be sure of anyone until you're close enough to see them clearly.

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Sarah Dessen
Age: 54
Born: 1970
Born: June 6
Novelist
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Evanston
Illinois
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Quiet and incredible. I really envy that.
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Apologies come in all shapes and sizes. You can give diamonds, candy, flowers, or just your deepest heartfelt sentiment.
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Self respect, Colie. If you don't have it, the world will walk all over you.
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