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Laura Jean Bazal's avatar

Thank you so much for sharing this, Leslie! It reminds me a lot of when I grieve my dad and how I wish he were a part of what we now have.

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Leslie A. Banks's avatar

Yes, missing the moments that never were… 💜

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Lisa Ro's avatar

Gorgeous, Leslie. I really enjoyed the photos as well.

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Leslie A. Banks's avatar

Thank you! 💜

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Aly Prades's avatar

Beautiful, Leslie.

“There's no rushing Grief. It's time to sit with this for a minute and let it flow through me, let myself feel the discomfort of it all.” Yes, but it is so hard!

You are doing the hard and incredible work of stewarding and sitting with and sharing these memories for the healing of yourself and others 💛

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Aly Prades's avatar

Ooh, and just had a chance to listen to your poem and behind-the-poem. Love hearing your explanation in your voice.

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Leslie A. Banks's avatar

Thank you! I had some fun learning / editing the audio in Adobe Audition this time.

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Krista Steele's avatar

What a beautiful tribute, Leslie. I loved seeing your words and the images so full of life!

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Leslie A. Banks's avatar

Thanks so much!

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