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Everything you write resonates with me so much! Especially the "no one dates me like me." Damn. That is so true and it's something that we all should remember, whether or not we are in a relationship. And taking that cue, I am going away on a trip to Sedona, AZ for my birthday. No husband and only one friend is allowed to come. My husband doesn't understand the celebratory nature of birthdays and my birthday is very important to me. So this year, instead of planning my entire birthday party, inviting people over and having all that stress to clean, host, and do all the things, I am going away for my birthday. I am celebrating my birth and existence on this planet in a way that truly celebrates me. And only I can give that to myself. Here's to dating ourselves better than anyone else!

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How beautiful it is when the light begins to crack through the veil after a long period of darkness. I absolutely adore this for you. Thank you for so boldly sharing these pieces of your he(art) xx

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Yess!! Thank you so very much!

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Amazing amazing I am full of JOY that you have landed here. You so deserve it and you've already called it in ase!

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Thank you so much Amara!

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I love this for you! It's so wonderful to hear that you're doing so well. I'm so happy for you Ashleigh!

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Thank you A! It feels like a long time coming but I'm so very happy and grateful to be here.

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The first sentence that came to my mind after reading your post was: Rising above the ashes.

First of all, thank you for sharing about your journey. Secondly, I love this for you! Thirdly, this was so relatable in so many ways.

You’re doing this!

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Thank you Priscilla, I am doing this and it has been such a long time coming which is why I'm so full with gratitude. Thank you for cheering me on!

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Feeling better-ish. Creating systems that help me to be more productive/ work toward my goals etc. is a bit slow going. I still don't feel like I have my feet under me just yet.

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I'm hoping that feeling comes for you soon because you deserve.

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So happy for you. I hope the whole of 2024 is kind and good to you 🫶🏽

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Thank you Ruth, I hope the same for you!

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