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I remember well those Seattle gatherings, Kim.

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wish I had been there. - sounds like a wonderful gathering and I too love the solstice - everyone belongs - everyone welcomes the coming of the light out of the darkness. Many blessings to you and Russ in this new season of love and laughter.

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Dec 22, 2023Liked by Kim O'Donnel

Totally wonderful, life- giving story. Happy happy holidays to you both. 💕💕DK

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Oh this right here is the ritual I didn't know I needed: “We’d gather around a fire and Steph led a ritual, inviting us to jot down on little pieces of paper something to shed from the current year, then toss into the fire.” What a lovely way to break into the new year and a new home. Your spread looks perfect — like comfort. Happy 2024 from one Pennsylvanian to another. Cheers and peace to looking inward.

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