A Gathering of Spirits

A Gathering of Spirits

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International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day

The hands of makers, the voices of the ancestors

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“Develop enough courage so that you can stand up for yourself and then stand up for somebody else.” — Maya Angelou

“Courage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen.” — Brené Brown

When I look at my hands typing this post, I see my paternal grandmothers hands. They are strong hands and a bit large for a woman my size, boney knuckles and would…

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