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Sep 2023
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Episode 68: Italian Lessons! What I lear...

Valerie Jones
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I spent two weeks in Italy this summer, travelling alone, and I learned so many lessons about myself, and about life. I'm sharing my biggest take aways with you, because I know you'll be able to relate! Settle in, get cozy and let's chat! 

(sorry about the terrible audio, I had to record this on my phone) 

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