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Why Was Mango Street Important To Me
Remember that day that we had an annual Tarzan Jumping contest on the old tree in your backyard. That was a day that I really enjoyed. Supposedly not for you, because you broke both arms. That incident made me realize that you should always think before you do. I hope you're doing well, i’m doing fine. I hope Mango Street is still treating you well. The street I live on really appeals to me because it’s very serene. I right books for a living. Mango street prepared me the journey ahead because it was a really tough street to grow up on, and that strengthened me on the way to where I am now. Soon enough I will come back to Mango Street and help the community as much as I

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