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Around the Campfire

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Welcome all seekers and travelers!

Welcome to my little campfire. Grab a chair and make a S'more. I know it can be so cold out there in the wild. You are safe here. Can I share a story with you? It's all about how fear is no match for love.

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About John Roedel

Poet. Comedian. Writer. Teacher. Speaker. Terrible Dancer.

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