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I cannot emphasize enough the importance of family encouragement - not just for me, but for everyone.

Adora Svitak

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Adora Svitak
Age: 27
Born: 1997
Born: October 15
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Evergreen State
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Family
Everyone
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Emphasize
Encouragement

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