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E.R.J. McKay's avatar

Such a poignant piece, Debra. Thanks for sharing. As the father of a 15-year-old daughter whose own life has been far from easy when it comes to being both in and out, this resonated a great deal. Thanks for sharing your experience of that weird time.

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Dave M's avatar

Yet another funny, amazing, touching, poignant story. There's ZERO hyperbole when I say you're my favorite writer! (& BTW...I loved Hang Ten shirts , back in the day! ; )

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Debra Fried's avatar

Wow - thank you so much, Dave!

Hang Ten 4Ever! xx

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Elizabeth Floyd's avatar

You've always seemed like a kind and approchable It Girl to me! Well written and relatable piece. (I also remember a time in High School where it became 'in' to be 'out'.)

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Debra Fried's avatar

Yes - so well put, about high school and that welcome shift!

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Jim Nolan's avatar

What an especially wonderful piece.

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Debra Fried's avatar

Thank you, Jim. From you, that means a lot.

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Kenny C's avatar

Hey It/In girl. Another lovely story. Reminded me in a small way of when I had to wear “hard” supportive shoes to elementary school, no sneaks! (I have high arches). As always I love references to NYC, 7B, Save the Robots.

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Debra Fried's avatar

Thank you, It Guy. Who knew you had high arches? You wear them well.

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