Andrew O'Hagan
Scottish author
Most days, I wanted to be Albrecht in the classical ballet Giselle, dancing until I dropped dead.
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A saxophonist, but destiny chose another path for me, and I’m glad it happened that way.
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Most days, I wanted to be Albrecht in the classical ballet Giselle, dancing until I dropped dead.
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My wife. I made mistakes in my early life and hurt her. Everybody thinks the grass is greener, but it’s not. To say sorry to her when she understands will be one of the greatest gifts God has given me.
Not understanding the business side of my career enough. I could have probably been much wealthier than I am.
I just did it. I wanted to lose weight and respect my body more, and I’ve lost 31 pounds in three months.
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