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  "textContent": "At the end of 2023 I attended my first ball. I had no idea what to expect, and to be honest, I was nervous about attending. It felt a bit intimidating! Two hours and 10 categories later, I felt completely different. I left in awe—ballroom is exhilarating, inspiring, and profoundly queer. I loved the diversity […]\n\nThe post Category Is: Attending Your First Ball appeared first on Portland Mercury.",
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