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Thank you Paula for sharing this. I was reminded of the things that made me smile as I read through. Like, ‘I know Corina’ that’s exactly what I thought! I even had the vinyl single and still sung ‘I know Corina!’

Thank you for the links too. I feel being inspired and having true representation is key to growth. Key to creativity.

I was also reminded of my own self-care, and how this can be easily neglected through lots of various life experiences, and challenges. It is a time of change, and I am taking it in my stride. With that stride I pause, journal , maybe a meditation and rest…( as your book has inspired me to do so) when the time is right for me.

Other things that made me smile- home made soup, finishing…well nearly finishing, my knitted cushion, just need to sew it together. And, spending time with my grandchildren, their laughter is contagious!

Love and light Paula, thanks again xx

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Thank You Valerie! 🙏🏾♥️ That’s you and me both singing “I know Corina’! 😂

I can totally understand why being with your grandchildren and their laughter would make you smile 🥰

What you say about self-care, inspiration, representation and creativity is so true and so important. I’m so happy you’re finding ways to navigate change while still looking after yourself. I feel that creativity is tied to self-care (for me, at least) and that self-care is intertwined with community care.

(I’m really glad you’ve found my book helpful too ♥️)

With this weather I’ve been enjoying making soup as well. I put my knitting down over the summer but I’ve started feeling that call to pick up the needles again…

Thanks for reading and for taking the time to comment and share your thoughts, Valerie.

Sending love and wishing you a restful weekend xx

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