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John Irving, A Prayer for Owen Meany Quotes: If you care about something you have to protect it – If you’re lucky enough to find a way of life you love, you have to find the courage to live it.
         

If you care about something you have to protect it – If you’re lucky enough to find a way of life you love, you have to find the courage to live it.


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If you care about something you have to protect it – If you’re lucky enough to find a way of life you love, you have to find the courage to live it.
         



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