ISSUE 12
On the Cover: Carla Talks About Life Abroad
CONNECTION TO COMMUNITY THROUGH FACE MASKS
by Christina McDade | Connect
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CHRISTINA MCDADE
Christina McDade is a writer, school counselor, social worker and a Spotify playlist curator who still plays Angry Birds and Candy Crush. Born and raised in Gary, Indiana, Christina has lived abroad, primarily in the Middle East for almost 10 years. You can follow her on Twitter, Clubhouse and Medium
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