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#RI-6ad2f4b2·5 months ago·
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Lookback: today, 1 year after finding notebook

“found notebook with dad's handwritten list”

discovered dad's handwritten list of things he wanted me to know, including past regrets

What I wish I knew
"how to have open conversations about aging and regret"
If I could tell you one thing
"be prepared for the challenges of aging parents and the importance of open communication"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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