It leaves you with pale, lifeless ideas that never go anywhere.

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And since half of entering college freshmen never graduate, make it clear as well what you expect if your child leaves school with debt, but no degree.

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Neighbors act as if noise pollution is socially acceptable: You blow your leaves, I'll blow mine, and never the twain shall meet.

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