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Nicole Kohn's avatar

Bravely stated! Consider how Wesley turned out a beloved sibling - a happy successful young man! No one who has never tried and failed has lived - we all have failures if we push boundaries - life plays hardball with us and we are not in charge - Trauma literally touches all of us. Bravely taking on GEM a Ukrainian God child & so much more. Yes you do have astounding privilege it’s true but you built your HI life and global life yourself! I believe some of the strength comes from Lady Pamela’s values - the Mountbatten history but mostly it’s YOU it comes from you! you have courage and talent and determination and a will to give back - even without your family & privilege you are incredibly impressive alone and should be very proud!!! ❤️‼️😎😊

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Caroline's avatar

You are great communicator, motivator and an inspiration to many, bravo!

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Melissa Lee's avatar

To be with those in their greatest need and suffering is truly godly, may you and your family be blessed 🥹

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Laura Carpenter's avatar

You are an incredible woman who is so inspiring in all that you do. Thank you for sharing your journey with us!

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Audra Sieger's avatar

You are an inspiration! So interesting. Loved actually meeting you in person at Andiamo Lodge and signing the Tusting clutch. You work very hard and do wonderful philanthropy work 🥰

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Catherine's avatar

I was an ambassador for your wonderful company and still have at least 20 bags and wallets. I was also so sad when it came to an end but treaure the quality and beauty of my personal collection.

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India Hicks's avatar

I miss the business so much

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Catherine McGillivray's avatar

You are inspirational. All the good you do in so many ways! Thank you for sharing!!!

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Marisa Stevens's avatar

You actually did very well relaying the difficult concepts of the adoption journey, and also the barbaric behavior of young soldiers in war. It is important to not look away from difficult subjects, and seek stronger international laws that encourage peaceful resolutions. As usual, your comments are heart felt, well done.

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Nancy Bowers's avatar

Quite a remarkable story on a number of levels ! We should all take note.

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Karen Davis's avatar

Happy and proud to be a “difficult “ woman!

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Lucia Adams's avatar

Would have passed on that interview considering your over the top privileged life.

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joyce gellenbeck's avatar

dear India, I met you in Indpls when we had a party selling some of your products and it was so successful I'm suprised your business failed. This article was one of your best because it inspired me so much to see your struggles, and to see how you've overcome adversity. Thanks for letting us into your "self" A great article. Joyce.

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India Hicks's avatar

Thank you.....Our Get Together's were always fun- but they also connected so many women who to this day share a bond and deep friendship. What a time it was.

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MaggieMoo's avatar

For some reason this ‘ having gone through A LOT ‘ doesn’t sit comfortably with me . I feel going through A LOT can for MANY entail circumstances out of our control . The actions of the IRA , I understand , indeed . However , when trauma crisis arises which we are not in control of , that’s when the impact can truly be felt .

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