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Jesse Wilson's avatar

Amazing story Ute and what a gift.

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Ute Luppertz's avatar

Thank you so much, Jesse.

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Chingmay Anaïs Jo's avatar

This is a fascinating story. I am glad that you got your grandma’s skills and through which you two are connected. 😃

The tough period you mentioned resembled what my family went through during the Cultural Revolution in China.

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Ute Luppertz's avatar

Wow. Yeah, that’s interesting. I‘ve heard many things about this time in Chinese history.

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Diana C.'s avatar

A forgotten legacy lovingly brought back into the light! This is still one of my favourite essays that you have written, Ute.

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Ute Luppertz's avatar

Awww, that makes my heart happy :)

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Kali Fox-Jirgl's avatar

A fmaily story of resilience on multiple levels… admist the disorder and uncertainty is connection and appreciation 🖤 What a beautiful story.

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Ute Luppertz's avatar

Thank you 🫶🏼

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Ute Luppertz's avatar

Thank you, Kali 🫶🏼

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Marcia Abboud's avatar

PS: Thanks so much for the mention. How lovely! 🤍

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Marcia Abboud's avatar

I was riveted by your family history, Ute. I'd love for you to go all woo-woo 🤭 I think it would be a fascinating read. I have no doubt Grandma Barbara is casting her spiritual vibes down on you. Beautiful storytelling as always, Ute :) xx

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Ute Luppertz's avatar

Aww, thank you, Marce. Maybe more woo-woo is in the hopper :)

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Marcia Abboud's avatar

I hope so! 💃

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May More's avatar

What an amazing family story! I really enjoyed reading about your history. And i suspect she did pass those things on to you.

One side of my birth family are descending from the original Romany gypsies - the heritage is written about in books - before I even knew about this I was using playing cards to tell fortunes and soon moved on to tarot. I occasionally see auras.

TY for sharing this <3

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Ute Luppertz's avatar

Thank you, May 🩵

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Nancy Santos's avatar

I think your grandma definitely passed her gift to you. I don’t mind a little woo-woo.

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Ute Luppertz's avatar

Aww, thanks. Several woo-woo requests 😁

Let me see what I can cook up in my cauldron:)

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