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Julie's avatar

The way you define motherhood in this piece maybe more keenly felt by those of us who lost our mothers early. Having a special needs child drives it home even more for me. While I'm generally not prone to excessive anxiety, the thought of how I prepare Sawyer for life without me terrifies me.

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Jane's avatar

As the parent of a special needs child, I feel that so acutely.

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