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Leslie Ferguson's avatar

Beautiful and vulnerable post, my friend! I think you portray your mom with honesty and love.

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Cathy Shields's avatar

Thank you so much!

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3musesmerge's avatar

Thank you for your honesty and openness Cathy. It sure seems to me that many of us are trying evolve our families toward better… as parents and children.

In a touch of synchronicity… I painted and shared an image of a girl with a baton today.

How cool is that?!

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Cathy Shields's avatar

That is VERY cool. I am so glad we connected!

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Andrea A. Firth's avatar

what a great photo. And I love that excerpt from your book. You are fearless, you pu tit allow the page. I agree with you, I think your mom would get it.

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Cathy Shields's avatar

To one of my favorite writing teachers, I appreciate your input & support. Thank you !

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