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Beautiful. I can so relate to the scarcity mindset that comes from being a child of immigrants. Your line about teaching your daughter that she’s a blessing and not a burden moved me deeply. This is why I really want to be a father one day, too. Thank you for sharing your story and embracing your vocation as a faithful wife and mother with such grace and humility. It is much needed in our world today. God bless!

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Hey Stefano, great to “meet” you here! Thanks for reading our stories and great to hear our immigrant experience resonates with you and that it’s shaped how you want to father in the future. Your encouragement means a lot to me! Thank you!

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Thank you for sharing my writing, Heidi, in such a thoughtful post! I really appreciate it. Also love the essay you shared from Freya India!

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My pleasure 🥰

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Thank you for sharing your story, Heidi. Praise God for his transforming grace and his second chances!

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Hi Bella! Thanks for reading our stories and celebrating second chances with us! 🙏🏻 Your encouragement means a lot to me!

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Glad you’re back wordsmithing. Wonderful reflections on the redemption of “tiny years”. God is kind to allow you to see some joy in what was originally missed. Thanks for your thoughts!

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Hey Tre! Thank you for the warm welcome back and for reading this letter. Your encouragement means a lot to me! ☺️

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Welcome back✌️It’s so crazy to see how different our mindsets are. Can’t wait to read future editions!

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The world would be boring if we all churned out the same! 🙃 Appreciate we can cheer each other on even though we’re opposites in every way! 🤍

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Oh Heidi, this was such a wonderful read. Thank you for sharing your story! This one really resonated with me. Love, love, love!!

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Thanks for reading, Gloria! Your words and encouragement always feel like a big hug and encourages me to continue writing. It means a lot that my story can resonate with yours! x

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