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Marcella McCann's avatar

This has made me cry. Be strong you are visible. You have left a lasting mark at the University in the Women's Network.

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Deborah Sloan's avatar

Thank you so much Marcella! This is such a lovely thing to say. It’s good to leave a legacy…

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R M Doherty-Allan's avatar

An excellent piece of writing. I think it speaks to every mother of a teenager. It certainly spoke to me. Enjoy those three days; be you.

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Deborah Sloan's avatar

Thank you Rosina, I will! Glad this piece resonated. All mothers of teenage daughters need to stick together!

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R M Doherty-Allan's avatar

That's for sure!

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Stéphanie Bonnet's avatar

Beautiful and raw piece Deborah. Motherhood is definitely an exercise in selflessness. Maybe sometimes it’s good to “go on strike” and do nothing for anybody else than yourself for a day. Hope the emotions have settled for both of you.

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Deborah Sloan's avatar

Thanks S for this! Yes am taking a 3 day break/holiday next weekend from my domestic duties! Looking forward to it. And yes I’m feeling less wounded now!

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