Nothing at all.
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Originally asked
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You answer as yourself. Nobody on FLAPSS answers as anybody else.
I don’t think we’re meant to know.
The Q&A, The Guardian, 9 September 2023 source ↗
Others on this question
View all 51 →When my mother died in my arms, I feel I witnessed her spirit leaving her body, so let’s just wait and see.
We drift off to a beautiful place where we live a better, fuller life than what we’ve left.
I have lots of beliefs about that, but that will have to wait for another interview.
More from Kerry Godliman
View profile →Curious, suggestible, silly.
Comparing themselves to other people.
Stress is bad for your health.
Losing my mind.
In the sea, somewhere hot. Looking back at people I love on the beach.
Loads. All the greats.
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