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In a typical way. My oldest cousin said Bangoon (or something like that) instead of Grandma and it stuck. My grandmother used to say, "I'm the only Bangoon in captivity!" She had a great sense of humor.

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She sounds a remarkable woman, I am so glad that she escaped her abusive husband and managed to have a good life.

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Me too! A great role model to take of myself and not allow someone to control me. I’m glad you liked my story. Thankful to Annette for starting this project and encouraging me.

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She sounds a remarkable woman, I am so glad that she escaped her abusive husband and managed to have a good life.

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Thank you, Annie

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What an amazing life, and you told it so well I felt like I met her just a bit.

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Thank you. Bangoon was how my oldest cousin said grandma and it stuck. When asked about it, Bangoon would say, “I’m the only Bangoon in captivity.” She had a great sense of humor.

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Thank you, ILY

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Loved it, Roxanne. She had a great impact on your Mother and you, and made you both strong, loving women!

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I love Bangoon! And I love your story, so well told, honest, and interesting. How did your grandmother get the name Bangoon?

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