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If there's a fire, I want to be there. Maybe because in being so close to death, I think I understand what it means to be truly alive.
Caroline Paul
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"If there's a fire, I want to be there. Maybe because in being so close to death, I think I understand what it means to be truly alive."
— Caroline Paul #deathmortality

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If there's a fire, I want to be there. Maybe because in being so close to death, I think I understand what it means to be truly alive. — Caroline Paul

About Caroline Paul

Caroline Paul was a Writer from United States (1963–present).

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Who said "If there's a fire, I want to be there. Maybe because in being so close to death…"?
This quote is attributed to Caroline Paul, a Writer from United States.
When did Caroline Paul live?
Caroline Paul lived from 1963 – present.
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