Meet Lori, Pt 2

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Meet Lori, Pt 2

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51 minutes

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Mar 19, 2019

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We pick back up with in Illinois where Lori shares her experiences after being institutionalized. Sadly, abuse was still in her future and we discuss her current state of mind after finally sharing her story.

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Mar 19, 2019

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Underbelly survivor stories of abuse, struggle and triumph told by former Amish, Mennonite and Anabaptist members.

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Meet Lori, Pt 2

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