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Celia Hammond: she gave up a glamorous life to rescue cats.
The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 28 September 2013 source ↗
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Who alive today do you admire most, and what draws you to them?Originally asked
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John McCarthy, the journalist who was held captive for five years in Beirut. I’ve met him and he was so full of peace, humility and forgiveness – it was inspiring.
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My son, Jason, because he has overcome so much and continues to keep a smile on his face, and I just love that.
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Elsie Eccleston, my mother, for her emotional intelligence, kindness, intense curiosity, and chicken and leek pies.
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