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Dragon mother indeed, Elizabeth. Long may the fire and smoke gush from your nostrils but oh so sad that it is in the hope that someone somewhere can help your beloved 'sweetpea' Sophie in her life. To ease the burden if only a little.

Such a heavy load.

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To walk your footsteps one must earn their superhero status. My heart hurts for you. A burden wrapped within a blessing. I cannot fathom the darkness, yet I am grateful you write it for others to view. We cannot connect, but we are torn from our worlds to witness what we cannot know. Bless you and Sophie. You do not walk alone.

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Beautiful Sophie. Beautiful Elizabeth. Side by side on the page here.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_hPOht0_Rs

Dearest Elizabeth-Kuan Yin riding the dragon, she who conquers compassion, strength, divine powers and courage. You, dear Elizabeth, are that woman, that animal.

XX Beth

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There’s an old Chicago blues musician named Taildragger— the owner of a hard life. We all drag those hard lives behind us. It’s good, I think, to keep breathing out fire. Xo

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Prayers 🙏🙏🙏🙏🌹

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On this Thanksgiving day I am so grateful to have known you and shared your experiences over the years. I pray for your continued strength and stamina to support Sophie

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Yeah baby

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This is an astounding piece of writing. I could feel that tail, even after all this time.

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