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Sandra Kwawu finds comfort in a celebration with her friends and family.

Tags Loss Teenagehood Grief Family Friendship Trauma Heartbreak Celebration Helplessness Acceptance Moving Sad Hopeful Inspiring Tender Serious Nostalgic Grateful

Storyteller

Sandra Kwawu

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Unexpected Community They Say It’s Your Birthday: Sheila Cavanaugh and Sandra Kwawu

Original Air Date

May 26, 2023

Recorded Date

June 14, 2022

“I decided not to celebrate my birthday when I turned 16.”

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