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Southern Illinois
July 4
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Members connected warmly over the question of being the eldest daughter, with many sharing how birth order shaped their roles as caretakers,... Read more

Members connected warmly over the question of being the eldest daughter, with many sharing how birth order shaped their roles as caretakers, protectors, and the ones who grew up fastest. Several members shared deeply personal stories of loss, estrangement, and complicated family dynamics, including siblings who passed away, brothers who didn't help with aging parents, and the lasting impact of difficult childhoods. A recurring theme was the bittersweet pride of being the responsible one, mixed with grief, resilience, and a deep appreciation for the siblings they loved and lost.

A MyDepressionTeam Member

I just thought this was a good picture of the dogs. Thought I'd share. Well, while we're at it....

July 7
A MyDepressionTeam Member

I am the oldest, but I don't have the proper plumbing lol

July 5
A MyDepressionTeam Member

I remember it too!
Heck, Larry had plans to go into the priesthood.
That evaporated as puberty hit.

July 8
A MyDepressionTeam Member

I do. We had lots!
He spent years speaking to me subconsiously.
We had plenty of good times!
'Wait till you get to the descriptions of him in the book.
I just got to figure he was a crazy, original bud...as much so as I

July 7
A MyDepressionTeam Member

It broke my heart to lose him.
It's still broken now.
I miss him--no one else like him.
This is him in all his glory!
See the pretty girls he has his arms around?
They were forest rangers!
That's my Christopher!

July 7

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