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Laurie Noe Character Analysis
Laurie Noe is one of the kindest, most genuine, and selfless people I have the honor of knowing. Laurie is a family friend and was my babysitter when I was young. We are not very similar; she is about thirty years older than me, she resides in a lower socioeconomic status, and she lives her life in nonconformist fashion. Nonetheless, I strive to one day become like her; to inspire others around me as she has me. Laurie is the person who always has her door open, an extra plate of dinner, an extra bed, and an ear to listen. Her house is always chaotic – with her four biological children, her six adopted children, and with every lost animal in the city running around. Laurie has always taken care of others. When Laurie’s friend passed away, she

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