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Reflection #36: Blossom

9th March 2018

Quick note: Recognise your beauty in all things and in all ways. Related posts: Reflection #12: I Choose Reflection #25: Open Heart Reflection #22: Recognition Reflection #26: Sweet Lessons Reflection #27: Romanticising Pain

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Hey! Thanks for visiting my blog, my name is Marcelle and I write stories and share thoughts on healing through trauma, on self-discovery + self-love. I'm also an literary activist in creating + exchanging ideas around African literatures. I'd love for you to journey + connect with me, whether it's through my blog, email or social media on @matekiwrites. Let's stay connected.

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erase your name,
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