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A random selection of stories from the site

Here John describes his journey to school.

Here Mark describes having to ‘self knowledge’ himself.

Here Mavis describes her sense of missing out.

Here David talks about the expectations within his school and society.

Here Miro talks about his dad arranging for friends to accompany him in his dad’s car.

Here Belinda recalls having detention with the Head teacher.

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