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Lovely written post Claire ❤️ one of my tasks this week in the artist’s way was to listen to 20 mins of music 🎵 saw the complete unknown at the movies last night so thought I might give Bob Dylan a listen not my usual choice of music x

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Oh my house mate introduced me I think the song was don’t think twice it’s alright. ✨💞✨

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I’ll check it out thanks x

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I liked it! He did write some great songs x

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❤️❤️❤️

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My husband has had extreme chronic pain with unknown cause essentially since I got pregnant. It’s been a wild ride caring for him and a now-toddler. Just wanted to say I see you. It’s hard. You’re not alone.

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I’m so sorry and thank you Jessie! I listen to a mum entrepreneur who’s husband had a stroke when her baby was small - I’m not even sure how I found her but it’s comforting to me all the same to know everything she teaches is from a place of everything falling apart. Sending love. 🙏

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An entire year of construction noises in the house next to me would drive me insane as well! I guess whenever you can, try and take a break and go for a walk outside, somewhere more quiet, allow your nervous system to relax. When all else fails: noise cancelling headphones! Take care 💖

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Thanks Sophie. I’ve made an action plan for this week! I love being home to take calls and make videos. Hopefully it’s nearly done. 😵‍💫✨

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Yes everything passes, so this will too!

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🩷🩷

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Beautifully written 🩷

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Thanks Mara, glad you liked it.

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I’ve only ever found the silence you mention in Japan. There are a lot of houses available there away from the tourist hot spots. But leaving the U.S. longterm may not be an option for you at this time.

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I'm in the UK... but that was a lovely image thank you!

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Lovely, vulnerable post that resonates in so many ways. You are even more remarkable Claire when I hear about all the noise and disturbances you have worked through.

Come to Sidmouth in Devon, it’s on the beautiful Jurassic coast , a charming , quiet town , no amusement arcades , 2 beaches and a creative community.

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I love Devon! Thanks for that reminder - I wonder if we could afford the house prices...

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Oh music I hadn’t listened to anything much really for such a long time BUT the incessant barking of a very bored new dog across the back of our property and the ongoing noise of a grinder later in the day/evenings through this holiday period saw me start to reach for my headphones & music again. Currently listening to Hiss Golden Messenger on repeat along with an audible Bible challenge. It is keeping me sane!!!

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Headphones are a beautiful invention hey? Thanks Tiffany.

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Literally life saving at times

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Thank you Claire for such an honest and open piece. One I can relate to as I am sure others do and not just because I listen to Taylor Swift if the car. Look after yourself ❤️

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Swifties for ever! You too Jo - thanks for being here. xxx

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