I want a chainsaw very badly, because I think cutting down a tree woul…

Susan Orlean
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I want a chainsaw very badly, because I think cutting down a tree would be unbelievably satisfying. I have asked for a chainsaw for my birthday, but I think I'll probably be given jewelry instead. ✨ Prune by Susan Orlean, www.newyorker.com. September 28, 2010.
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