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But mostly, Meryl Streep.

Or now, Meryl Streep quietly taunting Reese Witherspoon with a tasteful crucifix necklace.

My father gave me the best advice.

He said, Mary Louise, you just scout the bully.

Make friends with her, she explains.

On your awesome days, I suspect you are a godsend.

But on your bad days, decidedly less so.

And what retort does she get in response?

Turn up the volume and listen.

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