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Why Are Stamps Adorned With Kings And Presidents? That We May Lick Their Hinder Parts And Thump Their Heads.
-Howard Nemerov
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Why Are Stamps Adorned With
Howard Nemerov
Why Are Stamps Adorned With Kings And Presidents? That We May Lick Their Hinder Parts And Thump Their Heads.
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