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May 2024
35m 45s

A Dance In The Park (Encore)

Wellness Loud
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Originally Aired: May 17th, 2020 (Season 5 Episode 10)


Our story tonight is called "A Dance in the Park," and it’s a story about coming back into the world after a bit of time spent alone. It’s also about a glass of pink hibiscus tea, window shopping on a downtown street, and moving to the music on a sunny day.

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