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    We invite you to share your story by completing the form below. We will post your photo, name, and your brief personal description with your story unless otherwise advised.

    You may also email your story to buildingbridgeswbw@gmail.com (please include the text and photos in the body of your email, not as an attachment) or mail your submission to Building Bridges, Box #162, 7304 Carroll Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912. Please be sure to include your responses to #1-7 in your email or letter. If you have questions, contact us at buildingbridgeswbw@gmail.com.

    Thank you for sharing your story and joining us in tapping the power of story to discover who we are and find ways to move forward together!

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