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Washington, D.C., performing artist Vera Oye Yaa-Anna tells the story of her stroke, transforming her work as a storyteller into a focus on narrative as a healing process. Email Yaa-Anna at Oyepalaver11@Verizon.Net. This essay is part of a series on creative applications of story in peacemaking, healing, bridge building and reconciliation processes in groups and communities around the world. For other essays, visit here.