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And it’s more. It’s about getting past that question of whats wrong with me, to knowing there’s nothing wrong, that you were born this way. You're a normal person and a beautiful person and you should be proud of who you are. You deserve to live and live with dignity and show people your pride.

Julie Anne Peters

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Julie Anne Peters
Age: 72
Born: 1952
Born: January 16
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