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When I received my scholarship to art school in 1945.
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What period or moment in your life brought you the most joy?Originally asked
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We’re in such a good place now as a family. It’s the same for my career. I say no to so many things; I never used to be able to.
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When my kids were young enough for me to carry them both, one on each hip. I miss walking in the door and them flinging themselves at me.
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When I met my husband and had babies. They have made me happy ever since.
When I realised that I could get myself through anything that came my way.
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