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Nora Ephron: 12 quotes to commemorate her life

Recognized for her sharp and witty writing, Nora Ephron was one of a small number of women who successfully wrote and directed in the male-dominated film industry. Here are 12 memorable quotes from Ephron on love, life, and marriage.

12. Life itself

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  • By Elizabeth Drake

"I look out the window and I see the lights and the skyline and the people on the street rushing around looking for action, love, and the world's greatest chocolate chip cookie, and my heart does a little dance."

-Heartburn

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