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" It may be, for one reason or another, if I'm not able to work, that would be a cause for distress. But I'm still pitching. Thank God, I'm still in possession of my gift. And I have the love of my family. "

David Milch

Family

Work

Gift

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Truth

Truth Is

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Work

Family

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