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I was married 22 years, single 23 years, that alone is a comment about unhappy, and coming through that state of unhappiness is the story of the real journey. Thank you for sharing your memory it definitely triggered my story at least in part. One part of my recovery was to apologize to my ex for my part in the failure and ask for her forgiveness.

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Oh, yes. Yes. Thank you for this. Brava, wise one! 🙏

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Thank you for writing this Barri. It resonated so much with me. We were the perfect family too, until we weren't. For me it was 34 years and I'm still navigating the changes and rebuilding my life. But I too am at a place where I can almost thank him for this new life I have now. I wouldn't be doing what I am without everything that's happened in the last few years.

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Thank you for sharing.

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This is so beautiful Barry. thank you for writing this.

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Beautiful writing. Thanks for bringing us with you so crispy yet deeply!

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Thank you for reading and sharing your reflections. Means a lot.

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You are brave.

Thank you, Barri.

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Thanks for sharing this.

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Beautiful piece Barri. So proud of you for sharing it.

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I wanna see the thank you note. I’ve written several to my son’s Dad and they’ve brought us closer together.

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