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

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I don't quite understand this one! Maybe it means that u can have a future if u can get to the other side?

Lisa Wallace from Okc
January 6, 2020

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!!

Joanne from WS9. U.K.
August 19, 2016

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