In every conceivable manner, the family is link to our past, bridge to our future. —Alex Haley
“In every conceivable manner, the family is link to our past, bridge to our future. ”

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Lisa Wallace from Okc JANUARY 6, 2020
I don't quite understand this one! Maybe it means that u can have a future if u can get to the other side?
Joanne from WS9. U.K.  AUGUST 19, 2016
I'verecently discovered I have a big brother, he's the image of our dad, we've met, we chatted for hours & we've clicked, I'm really enjoying having my big brother, this quote is so relevant to us both, the jigsaw, will never be completed, but we're giving it a good go!!

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