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Ten years, two kids, and the World of Warcraft guild I never left

Ten years after joining Tauren Where It Counts, I’m looking back at the raids, running jokes and friendships I still make time for, through marriage, two kids and a long break from raiding.

Oct 22, 20264 min read

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