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" Usually, when I walk on a wire, I inspect the anchor point on both sides before crossing. "

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" If I have to make a self-portrait, I would put poetry and rebellion on the list. To be able to walk on a wire, to be able to juggle six hoops, you need focus, another word for tenacity, which is passion. "

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