I really appreciated the "assemblage of fragments" here, Amy. Life is like that so often, at least for me. A thought or experience emerges, takes a little shape, then gives way to something else. Sure, there are times I get stuck, typically when I'm anxious and my mind runs in an endless loop of 'what ifs.' But more often its waves on th…
I really appreciated the "assemblage of fragments" here, Amy. Life is like that so often, at least for me. A thought or experience emerges, takes a little shape, then gives way to something else. Sure, there are times I get stuck, typically when I'm anxious and my mind runs in an endless loop of 'what ifs.' But more often its waves on the sand, one coming in and going out, followed by another. I like that you're allowing for these thoughts to develop further, for new details to emerge.
I loved learning about CQ / Seek You and browsed through the sample read on Amazon. I've never been especially attracted to graphic novels, but that one looks to be one I could enjoy (most are too busy for me; my brain spends too much energy trying to find the storyline amid all the images).
This is the second time in a week that a writer has called me to think about the implications of dying alone. It may, in fact, become a piece of its own for me - we'll see. I keep pondering the nuances of this expectation but haven't come to anything ready for public consumption, just a sense that there is more there than being afraid to die alone. Beyond the fear of the unknown, I think it comes down to connection, to knowing that we matter. And how do we ensure that those around us know they matter? Are there ways we can do that daily as well as more deeply, for friends and strangers? I feel sadness around your loneliness and want to believe the grief group is a good thing, but of course, I can't know if this is true. Loneliness is case sensitive.
I had not seen the Wells Fargo story. I don't take in a lot of news, or at least not through traditional channels.
I haven't sent any postcards, but I have sent cards and letters. Do those count?
I just signed up for a free, 5 day "event" called Quiet 15 which will focus on silence and the sacred. That feels like the right kind of challenge for me. Happy to share the link for anyone interested. I'm not personally associated -- found it through another Substack writer.
Granola, only I don't really eat it much anymore, I used to make big batches of it.
Maybe your library has Seek You? It is a surprisingly dense graphic novel — more than 300 pages. But it is packed with a combination of memoir and an almost documentary-like survey over time. Really well done. That is an interesting thought-line about dying alone… good food for thought for us all. I think I am probably way too “fine” in many ways for the group, but I agree, it’s probably still a good thing. I’ve never made granola, but there is someone on this street who occasionally leaves a container on my step, and it’s the best thing ever. I’m going to be talking more about postcards. Communication in all forms is good, yes, and I love knowing you are a frequent mailer. I hope Quiet 15 goes well. I haven’t heard of that. Is it writing based — or mindfulness? There is an interesting month focused on letters starting this week, too. I hope you had a nice weekend — and a happy equinox.
I really appreciated the "assemblage of fragments" here, Amy. Life is like that so often, at least for me. A thought or experience emerges, takes a little shape, then gives way to something else. Sure, there are times I get stuck, typically when I'm anxious and my mind runs in an endless loop of 'what ifs.' But more often its waves on the sand, one coming in and going out, followed by another. I like that you're allowing for these thoughts to develop further, for new details to emerge.
I loved learning about CQ / Seek You and browsed through the sample read on Amazon. I've never been especially attracted to graphic novels, but that one looks to be one I could enjoy (most are too busy for me; my brain spends too much energy trying to find the storyline amid all the images).
This is the second time in a week that a writer has called me to think about the implications of dying alone. It may, in fact, become a piece of its own for me - we'll see. I keep pondering the nuances of this expectation but haven't come to anything ready for public consumption, just a sense that there is more there than being afraid to die alone. Beyond the fear of the unknown, I think it comes down to connection, to knowing that we matter. And how do we ensure that those around us know they matter? Are there ways we can do that daily as well as more deeply, for friends and strangers? I feel sadness around your loneliness and want to believe the grief group is a good thing, but of course, I can't know if this is true. Loneliness is case sensitive.
I had not seen the Wells Fargo story. I don't take in a lot of news, or at least not through traditional channels.
I haven't sent any postcards, but I have sent cards and letters. Do those count?
I just signed up for a free, 5 day "event" called Quiet 15 which will focus on silence and the sacred. That feels like the right kind of challenge for me. Happy to share the link for anyone interested. I'm not personally associated -- found it through another Substack writer.
Granola, only I don't really eat it much anymore, I used to make big batches of it.
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Maybe your library has Seek You? It is a surprisingly dense graphic novel — more than 300 pages. But it is packed with a combination of memoir and an almost documentary-like survey over time. Really well done. That is an interesting thought-line about dying alone… good food for thought for us all. I think I am probably way too “fine” in many ways for the group, but I agree, it’s probably still a good thing. I’ve never made granola, but there is someone on this street who occasionally leaves a container on my step, and it’s the best thing ever. I’m going to be talking more about postcards. Communication in all forms is good, yes, and I love knowing you are a frequent mailer. I hope Quiet 15 goes well. I haven’t heard of that. Is it writing based — or mindfulness? There is an interesting month focused on letters starting this week, too. I hope you had a nice weekend — and a happy equinox.
It is a delight, indeed!