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"The Smuggler," Image courtesy of deviant art.com

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ smuggle your weirdness through years of the cult of the sensible: school, jobs, family and you’ll find yourself waiting on the other side with a gift for the world.

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Date: 5/11/2024 4:01:00 PM
Very wise! Made me think
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Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 5/11/2024 5:06:00 PM
thanks Paige! Just be yourself...and enjoy your evening, Sara
Date: 5/10/2024 11:14:00 PM
I love this one Sara
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David Crandall
Date: 5/11/2024 8:51:00 AM
No, that's new to me - thanks for the recommendation. I'll have to check it out.
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Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 5/11/2024 4:31:00 AM
thanks, David. Have you ever read the book, BLESSED ARE THE WEIRD. It's a lovely book that beautifully validates the blessed--the poets, writer, singers, and troubadours. You might like it. Have a great day, Sara

Book: Reflection on the Important Things