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Such a heartfelt essay. I'm sorry you're struggling with chronic illness, on top of long covid. It's physically and mentally arduous, I'm sure. And the mourning of not being there for your loved ones in times of joy and grief is a heavy feeling to carry. I did feel a glimmer of hope that you felt strong one day and could dance to Pitbull (loved that guy 10 years ago, or couldn't avoid not loving him since he was blasting everywhere lol). I wish you strength and patience and healing from long covid.

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Thank you. <3 There have been many tides since I wrote this, big ebbs and flows, but Pitbull is eternal. (As is kindness like yours, and those moments of joy.)

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Aww. Hold on to the light and the eternal. <3

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I adore you!

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it's mutual! and i love that you and i were both thinking about the gifts of hedonism at the same time. 💖

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May 14Liked by Kate Horowitz

DALE (this is a masterpiece)

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thank you for helping make it happen 💛

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May 14Liked by Kate Horowitz

Wishing you more dancing. 🪩

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thank you, john! and the same to you, if that makes you happy, too. 🪩

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May 14Liked by Kate Horowitz

It does! And I don't do it enough.

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May 14Liked by Kate Horowitz

One of your best💛

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thank youuuuuuu 💛

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Fucking Pitbull, and you made me cry. Small magic, nothin' 😭

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to be totally honest, this one makes me cry, too. 💛🌴🕯️

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