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Jenny Lynn's avatar

My goodness, you are quite the storyteller! You had me hanging on every word about your amazingly interesting family. I really love the LOVE you have for each other. I never got to know any of my grandparents. They all passed away before I was old enough to remember them. Thank you for sharing such a personal story of love and hope. You make family look very important in our lives. It encouraged me to reach out to some family members today. You have beautiful memories of a strong and loving people. No wonder you have such rich memories and incredible story telling skills. Keep on writing beautiful girl. I see you and I will always love you now. I want to be part of the family. LOL!

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Mia Vega-Ayala's avatar

You are!! 😆😆

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Jenny Lynn's avatar

I am truly honored my dear friend!

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Rachel Tribble's avatar

Incredible writing! As a person who grew up in NYC and whose father grew up in the Bronx - where my grandparents lived - I was right there! So well written !!

You’re story is amazing! ✨♥️

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Mia Vega-Ayala's avatar

Thank you so much. I really appreciate you. Glad you enjoyed it. 😊

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Rachel Tribble's avatar

I have to go back to Chapter 1 now!! 😂✨✨

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Rishika's avatar

So beautifully written

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Mia Vega-Ayala's avatar

Thank you 😊

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Barry Farnsworth's avatar

A really beautiful and profound account of your childhood. I’d love to know more about what it was like growing up in New York! I’ve always wanted to go but I never had the chance.

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Shashue Monrauch's avatar

That was a magical walk through of your community and family. A perfectly timed read for the sunny Florida morning I am enjoying.

I hope some day to be able to write as beautifully as you do.

Thank you for sharing.

Have a wonderful morning Mia.

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Rodney Daut 🔥🪵⛺️'s avatar

I love this part "It was so neat to be in charge of throwing out the garbage, a small but proud duty that made me feel grown up and important."

People underestimate how valued a child can feel from doing a simple chore.

Keep writing. People are loving it.

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