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I Write Hard Things

Karen Wesley
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Stories of healing & resilience from a black mother of two neurodivergent, young-adult sons, caregiver for my mother, holding together a 31-year marriage w/bubble gum and paper clips. Humor, writing & journaling keep me from losing my sh*t!

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