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Dear Children,

Dear Children,

Thinking about your past and future

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Caitlin H. Mallery
May 15, 2023
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My kids

Someday you will look at these pictures, and share your memories around them. You will talk about the fun things, maybe remember a thing that was particularly frustrating or painful. You probably won’t remember that things were challenging for me. Gathering the necessary sun protection and gear for a day’s adventure. Checking the tank of gas, and considering the best routes to take. Planning around toddler naps and other events.

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