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Murdoch was aware of her failing powers during the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease, saying, “I am sailing into the dark.”
From Washington Post ● Jan. 21, 2015
"Oh," he says, "I am sailing to my port and I am glad I am so near my haven."
From Time Magazine Archive
I am sailing," said he, "with the belief that the relations between this country and Cuba will be that of sovereign countries.
From Time Magazine Archive
Does it look as if I had been married, when I am sailing for England?''
From Time Magazine Archive
“It is true that I am sailing east,” he told them, over watered wine.
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
