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Mr. Troy Ford's avatar

Lovely post and reflection.

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Lani V. Cox's avatar

"May your coming year be rich with stories lived as much as told" ~ Well said, Yi! 🫶 Happy holidays, xo

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Yi Xue's avatar

Happy Holidays, and a very healthy, happy, and prosperous 2025!

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Jeffrey Streeter's avatar

Happy 2025, Yi!

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Yi Xue's avatar

Happy New Year to you too, Jeffrey!

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Aiping's avatar

It is hard to give a gift to people who have everything they need already. However, your story, your wisdom and your reflection of life is great gift to your subscribers. I enjoy reading your post and the amazing pictures you've shared.

Merry Christmas and Happy new year to you and your family!

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Yi Xue's avatar

Thank you, Aiping! I am grateful for having writer friends that I had on Substack, and readers like you, with whom we grow together!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you too!

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Portia's avatar

Yours are really wise words, Yi Xue. Merry Christmas to you and yours!

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