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Oct 2024
2m 27s

Thanks For Being Here Susie's Rock of G...

KELLY CORRIGAN
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A short but powerful story by Susie DeCarlo about her mother but also about herself. Often, the way our parents see us is the way we come to see ourselves and Susie’s mom saw her in the very best way: strong, unbreakable, thriving. (Previously aired) 
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