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Robin Blackburn McBride's avatar

Aww, this one really moves me, Doreen. So relatable. What teenager hasn't done something they later regretted? I certainly did. Your willingness to share this memory reflects hard-earned wisdom and humility. Those things are worth far more than a clutch of red flowers. Beautiful post. ❤️

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Doreen Frances's avatar

Thank you so much for reading and relating and your comments that bring validation.

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Tanya Carlyle's avatar

That's some serious honesty and humility Doreen. Thank you for your authentic share. Beautifully written. This one evoked a lot of emotions in me--a difficult reminder of what was not present in my adolescence. I am sitting with this raw emotion and letting it move through. Thank you for sharing. I love that picture of you!

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Doreen Frances's avatar

Thank you for reading and your uplifting comments. They encourage me to continue to be brave in my writing. This was my way of making amends to a friend from long ago.

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Tanya Carlyle's avatar

You're welcome. Yes I felt your amends and applaud you for your reflection on that version of yourself from long ago. Transformation is not easy but I feel it's where the "gold" of life often reveals itself to us. Your openness and courage to be authentically you is beautiful. Keep going love. I want to read it all!

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