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Julie Gammack's avatar

WOW. What a story. Thanks for bringing us along with you and Secretary Vilsack.

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Christie Vilsack's avatar

Thanks so much, Amy. I’m having fun!

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Kathi Zimpleman's avatar

I am writing this with tears in my eyes, Christie. This reflection is as beautiful as it is powerful.

It is good to have you and Tom back in Iowa where we know your good work will continue. Welcome home!

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MARIBETH NEWMAN's avatar

Hope to see you at the Hands Off rally at the Capitol!

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Chuck Offenburger's avatar

I told you all she can write! Wow.

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RHW's avatar

I've been out of state since the early 1980's...I had no idea you wrote so well. What a talent!

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Ilene Hoyle's avatar

Fabulous Christie, looking forward to more of these… I still recall your articles in a local paper, a long time ago…

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Amy Johnson's avatar

Welcome home, Christie! We're thrilled to have you back -- and writing again ❤️

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Tej Dhawan's avatar

Chills... I feel myself there, sitting next to you, paying final respects to one of America's best

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Baker’s Heartbeat's avatar

Another lovely and fitting blog. Many thanks for sharing! 💐

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Liz Flaherty's avatar

Beautifully said. Thank you for the peek inside of that good man’s funeral.

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