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Inspiration: The Lorax Speaks for Us, Too

Apr

2008

Thank goodness (again) for our beloved Dr. Seuss. Not only did he introduce us to Horton and the Cat and Bartholomew and Sam I Am, he also brought the Lorax into our lives. Or rather, our kids' lives. The Lorax, who enlightens without seeming preachy. The Lorax, who says (as repeated by the now-chastened Once-ler) "UNLESS" without sounding like such a nag. Oh, to be the Lorax!

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