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Dan Jordan's avatar

Hi, Michele. I don't know if your gift of being a social butterfly (as noted in your poem) was partly forged in the furnace of your challenging past, but it is a gem more precious than many people may realize. I, by contrast, had a fairly blessed family life while growing up, having little idea how hard it might be for some other kids in the various neighborhoods in which I grew up. But the one thing I lost upon leaving one of those neighborhoods was that same gift; I've felt the loss ever since. Rejoice in your gift! :-)

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Michele Peters (she/her)'s avatar

Thank you, my friend. I do know my tough past has made me who I am and I am good with that. I appreciate you taking time to read my words.

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Nicole Heilman Grissom's avatar

I, like Alyson, couldn't help but cry. I found it relatable in so many ways, and y'all are so right - everything is so close to the surface right now. Please make sure to take care of yourself, too, Michele. Your poem was a gift.

Oh, and the movie looks very good! I like all of the actors, too. I'll definitely be looking for it streaming.

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