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"Once I leave this earth, I know I've done something that will continue to help others."

Jackie Joyner-Kersee, American Athlete

Earth, Help, Will

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"Once I leave this earth, I know I've done something that will continue to help others."

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"Once I leave this earth, I know I've done something that will continue to help others."

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