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Mary's avatar

"...trauma is not as much about what actually happened to us as it is about the lack of a compassionate witness." Holy moly. I'm going to be pondering this for a long time.

This feels like a safe place to share that I always take a moment to look at roadkill when I pass them, and whisper a prayer of "Rest in peace, little friend." It feels like such a strange thing to do, but not doing it also feels like a betrayal to them and myself. ❤️

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Elise Tilson's avatar

Every time I read one of your Saturday pieces I think it's the best you've ever written. This is no exception. What can I say, I'm such a proud sis!

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