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A random selection of stories from the site

Here Clenton talks about his expectations of life after school.

Here Jane talks about starting school at the age of six.

Here Haq recalls the arrival of girls at his school.

Here Ron remembers the indignity of being marched to church.

Here Gordon describes getting his own back on a bully.

Here David describes defying the medical professions expectations of him.

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