Redwood Road
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Last published Thu, Aug 9, 2018
I'm Grace, a ballerina who ironically lacks grace, and I think I'm falling in love.
It all started when I was harassed by Riley Logan in a movie theater, and continued when I was harassed by Riley Logan on the side of the road, but what can I say? Love is Love.
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