Outermost Writing from Cape Cod

Outermost Writing from Cape Cod

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A World Kept Small

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Chris Ellsasser
Sep 06, 2024
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As a baby, everything I wanted was within reach: mommy, daddy, our dog Coco, my blanket, my stuffed rabbit, and my favorite cup and spoon.

But as I grew older, my world exploded. I felt the pull of things I’d never imagined. I heard about all I should be wanting, the things I deserved, and the things that promised happiness. Suddenly, there was so much I…

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