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Life is always moving, changing, shifting into its next shape. The movement is natural. It is how we evolve. Let the shifts happen. Take responsibility for yourself each step of the way. Trust the new shape and form of your world

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Melody Beattie
Age: 76
Born: 1948
Born: May 26
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St Paul
Minnesota
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