Suddenly my MacBook Air password does not work to open my session.  I haven't changed it so need help, thanks!

The password I usually use to open my MacBook Air suddenly does not work.  I haven't changed it so don't know what to do next.  Will appreciate your help!

Resetting or changing an account password:
http://pondini.org/OSX/Password.html

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