Did I Ever Tell You How Lucky You Are?

Dr. Seuss
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A little boy who feels sad and blue learns that he is lucky after listening to an old man talk of other people's misfortunes—Baker & Taylor



"I received this book for Christmas when I was about 5 and the message is simple—be thankful for your life as there are always others that are less fortunate. It was an important message throughout my life and seems especially relevant today."—Submitted by Paula GO., Web Administrator


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