Quote by Don Winslow

I start work at 5 in the morning and I have a wicked insomnia problem.

I start work at 5 in the morning and I have a wicked insomni

Summary

This quote highlights the speaker's daily routine and struggle with insomnia. Starting work at 5 in the morning suggests a committed work ethic, but the mention of a "wicked insomnia problem" reveals the challenges they face in terms of sleeplessness. This statement emphasizes their dedication to work despite the difficulties they experience with sleep, implying a determination to persist and overcome their insomnia to fulfill their responsibilities.

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Morning

By Don Winslow

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