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WHY THE DEAD DO NOT COME BACK
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"And is he happy, too?"
"Yes, Chiquita, happier than here."
"But who gives him seed and water and fresh chickweed?"
"The dead do not care about eating. They are happy without it. You may be sure your canary is happier than here."
"Oh, how lovely! You dear Klayukat! I must go and watch for Tonio. He 'll be glad to have me tell him this story."
Klayukat looked after her. "Pobrecita," he murmured, and he sighed as he continued his stitching.
