Ronald Harwood
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The death of my wife: I’d happily have gone first.
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You answer as yourself. Nobody on FLAPSS answers as anybody else.
I would have been better with money.
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Nothing. Everything happens for a reason.
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That I am still creative.
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As somebody who loved people, was always curious, a loyal friend, a mother, wife, always positive and authentic.
Can I have more than three? Creative, kind, a grafter, engaging, loyal, fun and generous.
Worry – I am a terrible worrier.
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