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X. P. Callahan's avatar

I enjoy your stories about your brilliant and beloved mother, Lev.

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Lev Raphael's avatar

Thanks! Sadly, though she supported my writing from an early age, she didn't get to see my success.

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Richard Donnelly's avatar

That's a pretty good first line Lev : )

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Lev Raphael's avatar

Once I had that line, I had the whole essay.

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Richard Donnelly's avatar

That's the ticket!

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Liz Gauffreau's avatar

I enjoyed this touching essay.

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Lev Raphael's avatar

Thanks! Micro essays are a good form to work in as a break from longer pieces.

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