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I don't know, Timmy, being God is a big responsibility (2007)
A note from the author This is an older version of this story, from 2007. Here's the latest version, from 2022. Tim already had his bag and overcoat on and his keys in his hand and was about to leave when Diane stopped him at the door. "I just got this thing working....
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| Submitted | Title on HN | Points | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 20, 2021 | I don't know, Timmy, being God is a big responsibility (2007) by pdkl95 | 401 | 158 |
| Feb 20, 2014 | I don't know, Timmy, being God is a big responsibility by negativity | 226 | 112 |
| Jun 7, 2010 | Being God is a big responsibility by xtacy | 75 | 35 |
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