One benefit of Summer was that each day we had more light to read by.

Jeannette Walls
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During the long, dark winter months, it’s easy to get caught up in the darkness. But when the sun comes out, there are new possibilities. With the light of day, things start to sparkle.

Source: The Glass Castle

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