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Mini-Ep 87: Snail Mail and Family Matters

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This week Kate and Doree offer advice to someone striving to set boundaries with a relative while also supporting them, share a caller's lip care tip, and hear from people with advice for a young listener who's struggling to keep in touch with long distance friends after a big move.


To leave a voicemail for a future mini-ep, call 781-591-0390. You can also email the podcast at forever35podcast@gmail.com.


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