Yes, it is true that sometimes unusually intelligent and sensitive chi…

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Yes, it is true that sometimes unusually intelligent and sensitive children can appear to be stupid. But stupid children can sometimes appear to be stupid as well. I think that's something you might have to consider. ✨ Douglas Adams (2013). Long Dark Tea-Time of the Soul, p.115, Simon and Schuster
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Yes, it is true that sometimes unusually intelligent and sensitive children can appear to be stupid. But stupid children can sometimes appear to be stupid as well. I think that's something you might have to consider. ✨ Douglas Adams (2013). Long Dark Tea-Time of the Soul, p.115, Simon and Schuster

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