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Louise Rafkin

Louise Rafkin writes on lifestyle and relationships for the New York Times and the San Francisco Chronicle, among other publications.

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How to know if your dog is in pain: “With one lick to my face, Lucy gave me peace”

Louise Rafkin

Camp Nostalgia

Louise Rafkin

Adventures of my youth

Louise Rafkin