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" One lived in the impression that nobody could ever compete with the 'Nutcracker' or 'A Christmas Carol.' "
Gian Carlo Menotti
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" When we were children we were grateful to those who filled our stockings at Christmas time. Why are we not grateful to God for filling our stockings with legs? "
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