We just have to recognize life for what it is: a gift to be grateful f…

Henri Nouwen
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We just have to recognize life for what it is: a gift to be grateful for, not a property to cling to, hoard, or defend. ✨ Peacework: Prayer, Resistance, Community.
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We just have to recognize life for what it is: a gift to be grateful for, not a property to cling to, hoard, or defend. ✨ Peacework: Prayer, Resistance, Community.

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