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I was only about 4-10 at 14, but I had so much facial here people i thought was an adult little person. I was able to take upper-level college courses at 17, and no one realized I was a high school student. It was great -- I went from having no social life to going to college parties!

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You’re right in the heart of the best music scene and everything seems to be falling into place. Your Master Number 11:11 is also a sign that someone in heaven is thinking about you. As far as personalia goes, you’re wise to pare down as much as possible and I guess the same holds true for collections of memorabilia that one can accumulate.

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After a clusterfuck of a week and a harrowing weekend, this powerful message hit all the gaping wounds, easing the pain and healing the scars. I look so forward to your words every week. I hold on until I can wrap myself in them and find peace. Thank you.

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Hey Allison

I smiled through many of your words today, and nodded in acknowledgment of others. You always find the right way to express so many of the things I personally relate to. It’s nice to know that someone else shares many of the same feelings. And is able to express it so eloquently. Thank you

I’m excited to see more pictures of Sam. I bet it’s fun to watch the dogs interact with him. His markings are beautiful. Ping pong balls make great toys for kittens.

How fun for you girls & JH to see Lucinda & Steve! I bought her book shortly after you recommended it awhile back. JH must really like seeing his dad play live. Didn’t he go with Steve on a music cruise?

Love your list of favorite things. Especially digging in the soil.

Congratulations on your music program you’re hosting. Wish I lived there, I’d surely attend.

Creating space and adding & subtracting from our collected treasures is a good thing. It’s a cleansing in a way, and that’s important.

Can’t wait to see a large painting of Scout. What a fun endeavor that will be.

Btw, is the Hamas painting an outline of Shelby’s hand. Very pretty with vibrant color.

Have a great week

xo

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Always appreciate reading your insightful words. We all walk the path both together and alone and your reflections shine a light. ❤️

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Thanks for the reminder to read Lucinda’s book. Like me she’s a recovering stroke victim. She is truly a remarkable woman!

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i was not aware of yung pueblo until you started posting his poetry and sharing your insights.

thank you. digging into the trilogy now.

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I'm working on accepting each season and inhabiting them. However, it's hard in a Central Valley, CA summer which always has drought conditions. 103 F today and 20% humidity with hazy skies from wildfires. I focus on what I can be grateful for now.

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Allison, I can't say enough about every word in this Sunday List. Thank you, for it all. I am stunned. David Brooks and everything after. What a blessing for my soul. Grateful for you.

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I think all kids should have to also learn DBT skills.

Great writing!

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I see 11:11 and more, I see 1:11 all the time. I know I'm too late for you to respond. JB

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I shared this with a friend who didn't know of you. I also played him a video of you singing A Soft Place to Fall in The Horse Whisperer, where I first encountered you. Its a beautiful and timeless song.

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