Thank you for sharing this story full of tears and love. I am happy for the happy ending.
Rick Holmes, of Marlboro, is a retired newspaper editor and columnist. MARLBORO-Ho Chi Minh City,
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Health Care and Rehabilitation Services (HCRS), southeastern Vermont's nonprofit community mental-health agency, will host its fifth multidisciplinary art exhibition to be held at the 118 Elliot Gallery throughout the month of April. The opening reception is scheduled for Friday, April 5, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., featuring live musical performances and light refreshments to enhance the vibrant atmosphere. Showcasing the diverse talents of artists within the HCRS community, both seasoned professionals and emerging talents, both people receiving services and their...
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