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#RI-69a91888·2 months ago·
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Lookback: 24 years

Told son manatees are my favorite animal

Told son manatees are my favorite to avoid hurting his feelings

What I wish I knew
"To be honest from the start"
If I could tell you one thing
"Be truthful to your children"
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