A sense of optimism.
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What would you like to leave your children?
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A strong work ethic and enough wealth not to need it.
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I’ve got no kids, but I’d like us to leave a planet for everyone’s children.
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Good memories. When I’m gone, I want them to feel that they were always my No 1 priority.
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A house in west London.
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My Siamese cat, which I had freeze-dried after she died. I really think their future partners will like it.
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