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It takes courage to love yourself enough to make the decisions you have had to make, and even more courage to share it with the world. ❤️❤️❤️

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More courage and conviction in your own self be what carries you ahead everyday of your life. And yes, those beautiful crochet creatures. 🌺🌻

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Brave, beautiful Chembu,

I am beyond moved by your words today. It takes a lot of heart (and courage) to remain this soft and yielding in the face of hard iron around you. May you continue to walk your path the way you are now. 💛💛💛

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your essays have so much heart and strength chembu!

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Chembu this is beautiful, empowering but also deeply sad. How honestly you write about your heartbreaking journey and the place of courage you have now reached. Have always loved your fluid writing. Lots of love

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What a beautiful, bravely penned essay, Chembu! 💛

In awe of the dignity you brought to the difficult reflections on home. Hugs for the self-parenting journey you were forced to undertake! You write for so many people ✨

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Oh Chembu this is as sad as it is brave. Sending hugs and wishing that everyday the load is a little bit lighter for you and that everyday you are healing a little with your beloved crochet creatures!

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Sending more power your way

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This is rough and while you are not a puppy, I hope you get that specific kind of love that you missed. May it come in many forms and in unlimited portions.

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Triggering, brave, compassionate, courageous! Salaam, Chembu ❤️ One of the hardest things I've ever had to do for myself is to forgive myself. One needs to find themselves worthy of respect and love before one could even think of forgiving themselves. Easier said than done. Thank you for writing this, Chembu! I hope you feel light after sharing it.

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Aug 17Liked by Chembu

could not read the whole thing as it triggers. A quick disclaimer helps but well done for sharing this

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