Miranda Forner presents Can I Do This, an Experiment in Independence
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Miranda Forner presents Can I Do This, a collection of essays covering her experiences becoming an independent, single mother in Alaska. Born and raised in Alaska, Miranda has lived in Sitka, Ketchikan, Petersburg, and Kodiak. She is a Cub Scout Den Leader and has graduated UAA with a major in English and a minor in creative Writing. Joining Miranda is her son, Charlie, who shares his experiences with his mom in Cub Scouts.
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