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My father and mother were second cousins, though they did not meet

My father and mother were second cousins, though they did not meet till shortly before their marriage. – Patrick White

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Probably induced by the asthma, I started reading and writing early on, my literary efforts from the age of about nine running chiefly to poetry and plays. – Patrick White

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Seeing unhappiness in the marriage of friends, I was content to have chosen music and laughter as a substitute for a husband. – Elsa Maxwell

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Its tough to stay married. My wife kisses the dog on the lips, yet she wont drink from my glass. – Rodney Dangerfield

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I didnt want to be one of those women who wake up at 63 years old and realize theyve missed the window of opportunity for marriage and children. – Alanis Morissette

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I think long-lasting, healthy relationships are more important than the idea of marriage. At the root of every successful marriage is a strong partnership. – Carson Daly

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