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Visceral and introspective, descriptive and raw: all elements that make an amazing essay.

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Thank you for taking the time to read & comment!

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wow this is so beautiful these r things i never thought anyone could put into words

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thank you 😍😍😍

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Hi - this was perfect for my new love up state..particularly enjoyed the everyday intimacy of this

observation “…watching someone put a toothbrush in their mouth and lean up against the doorframe so they in turn can watch you”…lovely stuff

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Oh Nick! That warms my heart. Cheers to you and your new romance!

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this is one of my new favorites of yours!

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Alexis! Thank you! 🌸💓

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So beautiful. Thank you.

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Thank YOU for reading!

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This was an absolute joy to read. Thank you

The ending: But going anywhere showed me how to be here. Where I can give those parts freely.

Wow

Is there any better way than to reference the journey of life and presence in two sentences? This was so good.

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Oh my gosh, what a compliment. Thanks Rachel! <3

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Thank you.

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thank YOU!

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absolutely stunning

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wow, i’m glad you liked it!

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