Hello, Adversity

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Alone on the Corner of Hope and Despair

Alone on the Corner of Hope and Despair

On a cold February night in 2013, I was tested like never before. Would I pass?

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Apr 26, 2023
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Dark pavement with cracks.
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Author’s note: This story involves falling. I realize this is an uncomfortable topic for many, so let this serve as a heads-up.

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