One of the most popular narcotics to ease the pain of economy is cherishing the belief that better … - Marjorie Hillis

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David Bowie is such a big influence to me. Everything about him as a person is intriguing to me.

Marjorie Hillis

One of the most popular narcotics to ease the pain of economy is cherishing the belief that better days are ahead. This is both efficacious and commendable, but it sometimes turns out to be a habit-forming drug. . . . Things to which you look forward too long are almost invariably disappointing when you get them, and you might die first anyway.

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