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WHAT A STORY. I felt I was right there with you, in the merch stand, sneaking around the stadium. I’m so so sorry for what happened with the scam. But fwiw, I feel so much more connected to your experience of The Eras Tour — sweaty, gritty, real — than if you were bejeweled and dazzled up in the stands. Sending so so much love xx ♥️🥹💫

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ahh thanks Gwen! it was definitely a different way to experience the concert -- from the outside and the inside at the same time. lots of love and thanks for the kind comment! xx

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You've captured the magic of art allowing people to connect people! Thank you for sharing!

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that's it, isn't it! thanks for reading <3

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Jul 18Liked by olivia rafferty

Olivia, this is beautiful. Thank you for this magical realistic story ✨🧙 it's beautiful and inspiring 🧡 xx Valentina

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aw thank you Valentina! that really means a lot because it’s been in the works for a couple of weeks now. <3

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Jul 19Liked by olivia rafferty

This is the best piece I’ve read that gives an honest look at why we follow certain stars the way we do, and the Taylor swift effect lol.

I definitely relate to that feeling of wanting to be “chosen” and to feel seen. ❤️

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it seems a lot of people can relate. i think it's something worth examining closely... i think i'm kind of on a journey at the moment where i'm realising that what i love in celebrities/public figures, i'm just looking for in myself.

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I'm touched by your writing, it's really sweet! I'm truly sorry to hear about the scam. Sending you love 💖

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thanks Luiza! the scam was a bit rough haha but hopefully will just be a bad memory in a few months' time <3

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