Your Motley Stories

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Let's share our Motley Stories about our past & present experiences. The world we live in continues to change, and our daily lives will soon become part of history. It's important to preserve our stories for future generations.

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  • Weekly public posts & chat, sharing daily observations about everyday life

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About KateMotleyStories

I write to encourage people to write their own stories; to show who they are, what they love, and how they live. And to save their stories, photos & mementos safely, thereby leaving a legacy for future generations.

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