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Silver Gaia

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3. I have the utmost admiration and respect for her.
Wed Jul 28, 2021, 05:37 PM
Jul 2021

She owes us nothing. We owe her. She has given us so much of herself, of her life. She has exemplified fearlessness and self-confidence, and this is just another example of that. It took COURAGE to withdraw, not fear. She was able to rationally assess her condition and make a decision that I am sure she knew some would try to use to belittle her, yet she still did what she felt was best not only for herself, but for her team. She earns my respect.

And my love. 🥰

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