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My dogs. They didn’t cost that much to buy, but I’ve been paying for them since. We’ve two Tibetan terriers, Danny and Wilbur.
The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 20 May 2023 source ↗
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My microphone cost me six grand.
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A family holiday – anywhere the kids demand. Last year, I wanted us all to go to Egypt and my daughter said, “No, we’re going to go to Grenada.” So we did.
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A television. I don’t care for things. When I moved, I downsized and threw away most of my possessions.
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I bought a sports car over 20 years ago and still have it. She’s a black Z8 BMW. I love her: she’s my pride and joy.
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