“I want to be a good person, but more than that, I want to be a good woman. Is there no way to be both completely woman and completely good?” Shit. This conversation had gone from taxes to the darkest corners of Catholic theology. “Of course, there is, Poppy, to the extent that anyone can be completely good,” I said. “Forget the Eve and the apple stuff right now. See yourself as I see you—an openly loved daughter of God.” “I guess I don’t feel so loved.” “Look at me.” She did. “You are loved,” I said firmly. “Smart, attractive woman that you are—every part of you, good and bad, is loved. And
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