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Ashley's avatar

this was such good article to read. the book recommendations are so smart. I really appreciate it, like I didn't think to look beyond what is happening in our country. But you brought up such a good perspective to take on. thank you, i really like this.

・゚☾ Lily Hawthorne ✶・゚'s avatar

thank you that means so much to me. i’m glad you liked it and that it gave you a different perspective to take on july.

Amanda Jackson's avatar

What a gorgeous compilation; I especially love your reading recommendation! I feel complicated about the Fourth this year, but seeking out books about freedom around the world actually feels possible. ❤️

・゚☾ Lily Hawthorne ✶・゚'s avatar

I totally get it, Amanda, and I feel exactly the same. That heavy feeling around the holiday is actually what inspired this compilation. I wanted to focus on the personal side of independence. How it completely changes a person's life and nation, rather than just the abstract concept of it.

Aki moroto's avatar

This was so fun and encouraging, Lily- a lot of the fun possibilities that made your list weren’t even on our radar. Thanks for the inspiration, and yes- stay cool-!

・゚☾ Lily Hawthorne ✶・゚'s avatar

thank you, Aki. You guys stay cool as well.