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daphne cohn's avatar

what a delightful, beautifully written post. thank you.

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Melissa Wiley's avatar

Thank you!!

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Melanie Bettinelli's avatar

Swooning over Rilla circa 2007 and Beanie on the bike. How are these little girls so big now?!

Writing a novel set in the 80s sounds like great fun. I can't wait to hear more.

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Elizabeth Aquino's avatar

I've been doing the 100 days thing for a few years. This year, I'm just going to do something creative each day -- whether that's collage, a small painting, some writing or knitting -- not matter. I just want to get back to a daily creative practice!

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Janine De Tillio Cammarata 🖊️'s avatar

So much to love here! I had a Schwinn bike with banana seat and streamers at the end of my handlebars and playing cards in my spokes so they'd make that rhythmic sound as I rode my bike.

I like sitting outside and watching the trees sway in the wind and imagine what it would be like to sway in unison with such grand creations. Sometimes I'll sway anyway!

Good luck with your book and look forward to reading more!

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Melissa Wiley's avatar

Handlebar streamers!!! That’s going on my memory list. What a glorious feeling it was to soar downhill with those plastic ribbons flying.

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