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"the violence building a gleam into the shells until their shine could trap the sky." Until their shine could trap the sky! Love that line. And the story as a whole. I love that the encounter with the museum worker stuck with you until now.

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I love it too! Some moments just resonate until we figure out why <3

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Harrowing history and presentation. I saw cowries in your painting too. Chills!

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Jayne, you sent me back to the painting with fresh eyes! Thank you for that. <3

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Beautifully written and thought-provoking piece. Also, your painting is gorgeous.

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Thank you, Amy! It means a lot to hear you say that.

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