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Soon the saddest day of the spring came. Jacob and<br />
the rest of the family were standing beside <strong>Pearl</strong>’s<br />
bed. Her fever went up, and her breathing grew weaker<br />
and weaker.<br />
“Can’t anyone help <strong>Pearl</strong> anymore?” Jacob asked,<br />
alarmed.<br />
“We are all near your sister. She is not alone. I’m sure<br />
that makes her feel good,” Grandma said quietly.<br />
“Grandma, why is life so short for some people?” Jacob<br />
asked.<br />
“Nobody knows, that’s just the way it is. Every life is<br />
dif ferent.”<br />
“I’m so happy you’ve had such a long life, Grandma!<br />
Otherwise, you wouldn’t be here next to me now.”<br />
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