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Delighted for Emily Hand

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Cashncarry68 · 26/11/2023 10:36

..and her family. Her story is one that resonated with many people. If that were my little girl, I would never let her out of my sight. I expect her parents realise what a blessing really does now look like.

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Stomacharmeleon · 26/11/2023 17:06

The statement Leo Varadkar made was so insulting...
'Found' after she was 'lost'

ProvincialLady1 · 26/11/2023 17:04

I'm so pleased to hear she has been released, so much trauma to overcome for both her and her father though. May they both be surrounded by love, support and safety. ❤

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Cashncarry68 · 26/11/2023 15:50

There's a lot of anguish in Emily's face in pictures, since her release. Understandably so.

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XRAYTHIS · 26/11/2023 15:47

It was lovely to hear she had been released. Hoping all the other hostages are also released

Stomacharmeleon · 26/11/2023 11:27

So much to contend with so young. There are a couple of hostages you can't help but think about. Children orphaned or on their own.
I just hope the babies come out today. I don't understand the reticence to release them other than they are a gold plated bargaining chip.

Humdingerydoo · 26/11/2023 11:26

Yes, and her step mother was murdered during the massacre. It's a lot for someone so young to be going through. I hope they manage to keep her out of the public eye. The last thing she needs is fame

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Cashncarry68 · 26/11/2023 10:56

N4ish · 26/11/2023 10:54

It’s brilliant news, very glad it’s happened. Sadly her mother died when Emily was just 2 years old so she’s already been through an awful lot for such a young child.

Oh I am showing my ignorance there. I never knew that. That makes this doubly emotional for her father then.

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N4ish · 26/11/2023 10:54

It’s brilliant news, very glad it’s happened. Sadly her mother died when Emily was just 2 years old so she’s already been through an awful lot for such a young child.

lunaticfringer · 26/11/2023 10:52

Me too. I'm so relieved to know she is home safe. I am so sorry for her family going through this ordeal.