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EK's avatar

So sorry sweet B had a difficult experience at camp. What a beautiful safety zone you and Lindsey have created for her at school. Sending love to both of you. ❤️

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Francesca Fartaj's avatar

Thank you EK for your support and well wishes. Miss B is making her way. It’s a zig zag but progress is definitely happening. Wishes, love, encouragement coming from you and her village is so powerful. ❤️

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Kelly Gildea's avatar

I’m so heartened to hear that B has found extra support and that special person in the school community that she can lean on! I’m so sorry this has been such a painful recovery for her. But this essay is a great reminder to breathe and believe, and know we’ll get through it. Sending love!

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Francesca Fartaj's avatar

We are so lucky for CCS and the people that make it magical, as you know. Plus the reflection that yes, she can handle this and the difficulty will pass. Thank you for your continued support Kelly. Sending you 💕!

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Ruth Bracegirdle's avatar

I'm so sorry B had this experience. With all that you are doing to support her healing, she will recover. And she will be stronger for it.

As parents, we can't protect them from their own human frailties, nor others'. As much as we try. But equipping them to deal with what comes next is the great parenting of all! ❤️

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Francesca Fartaj's avatar

I love that bit of wisdom. Thank you, Ruth, for sharing that. Yes, I’m hoping I’m teaching her ways to take care of herself when adversity strikes. You’re a great mum. I love learning from you.

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Bita manochehri kalantari's avatar

I am so sad for my beautiful little B who had to experience these things at such a young age. I hope all these troubles will end as soon as possible. And never experience bitter events again.

She will super strong. I am sure everything get better and pass soon my dear.

I love you so much and I always on your side to support you and be with you my dear lari. 💕💕

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Francesca Fartaj's avatar

Thank you, Bita, for walking our journey together with us. It’s an honor having you by our side. Larishak feels you with her!

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Yousra's avatar

This too shall pass...

Thank you for sharing and for trusting us with yours and B's story! Holding all of it with you. B could not have picked a better mother to be by her side. Love you! ❤️

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Francesca Fartaj's avatar

Thank you dear Yousra for showing up for my sweet children. Your presence means so much to them and to me! Sending you big, big squeezes!

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Yousra's avatar

❤️❤️❤️

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Kelly Bayett's avatar

A lot of this I needed to hear today. I'm with you, B and we got this. ❤️

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Francesca Fartaj's avatar

Whatever you may be dealing with Kelly, you are so intuitive, capable, and kind. Yes, you’ve got this!

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Christine Dabbs's avatar

You are so right, this will get better and pass. A thoughtful and excellent essay. Thank you.

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Mr. Jreft's avatar

Thanks for sharing again about your daughter’s experience. It’s an honor to be apart of your village.

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Francesca Fartaj's avatar

Thank you for being a steady, grounding rock in our village. We love you.

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Claire Smith's avatar

I realized I had not commented on doing your hair for your wedding, but I have been thinking about it since I read the article earlier this week. I felt honored to be included in your special day. so glad we could be there. It was an amazing time! And our anniversaries are only five days apart… Something else we share in common 💕

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Claire Smith's avatar

Awww, I always love coming to visit. The best part is just hanging with the family! And of course , a puzzle! Sometimes it’s all about just being

I was with you when you had the meeting with Lindsey. There was a definite shift in her mood the next day. Glad yall found the right thing for you both 💕

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