Sep 3, 2025

One of the most dangerous jobs became a refuge from my grief

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Paul D'Arcy

Sep 7

What a great story, River. So engaging, visceral, and well written.

Thank you ❤️

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River Selby (they/them)

thank you ❤️

Beautiful writing! A sad and captivating story... Thank you, River, for sharing your words!

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