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Susan Orlean Quotes: I'm happy to be reminded that an ordinary day full of nothing but nothingness can make you feel like you've won the lottery.
         

I'm happy to be reminded that an ordinary day full of nothing but nothingness can make you feel like you've won the lottery.


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