I know a little girl,whose hair in ringletsfalls, unkempt from lackof brushing; who standswhen she should be sitting;who laughs with defiance whenchallenged, her dark eyes gleamingwith mischief; who holds her chin uphigh and stamps her feet, arms foldedin protest when she does not get her way. I see that little girl,have watched her play,with a […]
Ask me how I’m doingand I’ll say “fine”, notbecause I’m actually fine,but because “fine” is the onlysocially acceptable response. If I said that I have been lyinghere, for three hours now,willing my body to move,that would elicit unsolicitedadvice and tarnish my “fine”. I’d berate myself for breakingmy promise not to moan,knowing that complainingprovokes a compulsive […]
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One Woman's Quest II 
❤ A life lesson best learned early! Love the image too, VJ!
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Thanks Susi
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You’re welcome, VJ!
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That’s an important realization and conclusion. I also like what you (or AI) did to the photo.
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Thanks Tanja. No AI on this one, lol
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In that case, I like it even better! 😊
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Excellent advice!
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Thanks Eugi!
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Most welcome, VJ!
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Yes, yes, yes! And thank you for being a person who encourages me on my path, VJ!
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Such a pleasure! The gratitude mutual, Wynne
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I love the image!!
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😊🙏
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