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Things My Dying Sister Taught Me: Live Freely. Love Openly. And Never Wear Beige.
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Things My Dying Sister Taught Me: Live Freely. Love Openly. And Never Wear Beige.

For years, I kept everything from my love life to my wardrobe safe. My sister’s bravery in the face of cancer convinced me to embrace color—and finally be my true self.

Heidi Blum
Jun 23, 2016
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