Armistead Maupin Quotes

But it's amazing how many people think that gay men should slink off into the shadows when it comes to having friendships with children.

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• But it's amazing how many people think that gay men should slink off into the shadows when it comes to having friendships with children.

  

  Armistead Maupin
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