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Never Apologize For Being You

Never apologize for being you, he said. Just don’t be so much of you that people get scared. I was shocked at this advice from my insane cousin Ned. I had no idea that this apathetic guy even cared.

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Date: 5/5/2022 8:46:00 AM
Yes, indeed. Caren, of course you know this, but many years ago people who were different--perhaps brilliant and creative--were considered insane and were sometimes put away.
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Caren Krutsinger
Date: 5/5/2022 10:18:00 AM
I am so glad I live now.
Date: 5/5/2022 1:47:00 AM
Wise words by cousin Ned!
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