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In reply to the discussion: I'm staying alive for my dog and my cat [View all]Permanut
(6,924 posts)23. Glad you're here, Bluekota.
Truly. You are showing great strength and courage in sharing your story, as witnessed by the many poignant and powerful replies here.
You represent the soul of this remarkable little community.
Thank you.
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You are right. One would have to have experienced it to truly understand. I watched my
LoisB
Mar 20
#14
O, my dear Friend.I wish I could wrap my arms around you and tell you that you are loved ((🥰))
Deuxcents
Mar 20
#4
I'm so sorry we are living in such awful times. I think staying alive because of love is as good a reason as any
LiberalLoner
Mar 20
#6
(((Hugs))). I feel shell shocked lately. It's hard. But I see a strong resistance growing now, too. 💙💙💙
LiberalLoner
Mar 21
#37