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Pregnancy Loss Julia Nusbaum Pregnancy Loss Julia Nusbaum

Rain

I am waking from a dream. No, a nightmare. My temple leans against the cool, foggy window and the sudden movement of the car shifting into gear pulls me forward, causing my head to lift. Consciousness rolls in and I remember why I am here. This is not a dream.

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