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104: Music Lessons
Act Three

Knockin' On Heaven's Door

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Writer Anne Lamott presents an example of what we can learn from music outside of formal classes. She tells the story of an airplane trip, a song, and a small miracle. Anne's most recent book is Help, Thanks, Wow. (18 minutes)

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