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John,

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Could never expect that someone coming through the door would actually leave me money.

The thrown-outs were another class.

Never expected them to just leave $ for the service.

Surprise.

Respect earns respect.

I suspect you’re conservative.

So am I.

I don’t hold your business model against you.

Not much different than my own.

Had a career before than.

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