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They Say It’s Your Birthday: Sheila Cavanaugh and Sandra Kwawu

The Moth

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Why I Decided Not to Celebrate My Birthday

Sandra Kuauver decided not to celebrate her birthday when she turned 16. Her mom died the month before and that shattered her life. She says sharing her own story is often an outlet, a way to release emotions. Kate Tullers: "I am the focal point of my birthday, but my birthday is about me"

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