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Kathleen Hobbs's avatar

Thank you for sharing. I know this must have been hard to write. I admire you for your strength and your courage to take care of yourself.

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Kathleen Hobbs's avatar

I have shared a lot here on Substack about my years living in Catholic orphanages. It was difficult, but like you, staying silent, was no longer an option. I found that the Substack community are nonjudgmental, compassionate individuals.

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DIANA ADMIRE's avatar

Thank you so much for commenting. I know in my heart I have gone through a lot for a reason. Staying silent was killing me. Sharing seemed to free me and hopefully let’s others no they are not alone.

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kaylen alexandra's avatar

Hi Di. I’m with Jay ♥️

Thank you for writing, thank you for starting with self forgiveness. Thank you for sharing your Granny with us and the weight of it all. Big and safe waves of love to you for ever and ever 🌊🤍

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DIANA ADMIRE's avatar

Thank you for your sweet and care filled response.

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Wild Lion*esses Pride by Jay's avatar

Diana,

Thank you for sharing your short story.

I feel your strength. I feel your care. I feel how much you carried and how clearly you speak now.

The way your grandmother held you stays with me. The way you heard her words. The way something reached you through all the years in between.

You bring this into the open with such grace.

I walk with you in this.

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