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I distrust any advice that contains the words 'ought' or 'should'.

Tamora Pierce

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Tamora Pierce
Age: 69
Born: 1954
Born: December 13
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If I have to 'catch' a man to get a husband, I don't want one.
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Why does this mean so much to you, Jon? The Prince turned. Because he's my friend. Because I always know where he stands, and where I stand with him. Because I think he'd die for me and--and I think I'd die for him. Is that enough?
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A bully fights people littler and weaker than he is because he thinks it's fun.
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Does anyone in this land act like they're supposed to?
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