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Annie Dillard

It's a little silly to finally learn how to write at this age. But I long ago realized I was secretly sincere.

Age

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The speaker feels a bit foolish for discovering their writing ability later in life, implying it might have been expected earlier. However, they acknowledge that despite this late start, their genuine feelings and honesty have always been present beneath the surface.

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