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SIMON MADDEN CHALK BAG

A thing is just a thing. But that’s not really true, is it? Not all things are equal. Some are precious.

We treasure our old things. We also covet the things of others, one of our weaknesses. Keepsakes, relics, mementos, but I favour talismans most. I’ve always wanted an amulet, but

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