This truly resonates with me. In the last few years, I have declined to a neurodegenerative disease. It was unclear whether it would be terminal. Then a friend's life was snatched from me, so young. Kindness is easy. It just requires momentary attention. Thank you for this post.
Only in the abstract. I'm a thriller/horror writer. Although I will have an upcoming substack about out house fire that lightly touches on the disabled aspect of it. Thank you for your kind interest.
I am new to your work but from what I read from you, I can feel a gentleness and deep soul from you. I look forward to spending some time with your musings and stories.
Thank you for such kind words, I’m always trying to improve as a person for sure, but there is endless amount of things to keep on improving, focusing on being kind, patient and understanding with others is my main priority.
The leaf analogy was brilliant. I had a younger sibling whose leaf fell unexpectedly and tragically. Life can end in an instant, and this is a lovely reminder to live it well.
Thank you for your kind words and thoughtfulness. Thinking of my brother brings me joy now that time has worked a little magic. Thank you for such a beautiful post.
Thank you for sharing your deep personal story. My mom’s brother passed away when he was young, she often speaks of him, I wish I knew him in this world, but I’m sure I know him in the spiritual reality.
I love that. I have had similar experiences with my brother and it is truly a comfort, I agree it’s interesting and unexplainable. I’m so happy you’ve been able to experience that kind of peace.
Oh, I’m so sorry to hear that, on your behalf and your mom’s. My younger kids did not know my brother and my oldest does not remember him, and they feel the same as you do. We also look forward to seeing him again and know he is waiting patiently for a glorious reunion.
Absolutely, it’s very interesting, but sometimes when I sit alone in church, put a candle and pray thinking of uncle and grandpa I sometimes feel like we are communicating. Perhaps it’s God sending a message, saying that it’s alright.
Such important points. I believe there's also a lot to be said for learning to channel anger "well". I'm a cancer survivor and I feel the experience taught me to both let go of somethings more easily and to advocate more swiftly in others - although not with harsh words!
This truly resonates with me. In the last few years, I have declined to a neurodegenerative disease. It was unclear whether it would be terminal. Then a friend's life was snatched from me, so young. Kindness is easy. It just requires momentary attention. Thank you for this post.
Thank you for sharing something personal and so important. How are you feeling now?
Well past the scare, though I am in a wheelchair now. It's been a strangely enlightening experiencing. I think I'd even say a good one.
Do you write about it? I’d love to know more.
Only in the abstract. I'm a thriller/horror writer. Although I will have an upcoming substack about out house fire that lightly touches on the disabled aspect of it. Thank you for your kind interest.
I also mostly write thriller/horror as far as my published fiction goes, great genres to explore human psyche.
Let me know if you’ll ever want to talk about it to anyone or share more.
A beautiful picture and a powerful thought, thank you.
Thank you, appreciate you checking it out
I am new to your work but from what I read from you, I can feel a gentleness and deep soul from you. I look forward to spending some time with your musings and stories.
Thank you for such kind words, I’m always trying to improve as a person for sure, but there is endless amount of things to keep on improving, focusing on being kind, patient and understanding with others is my main priority.
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Thank you, Marco!
The leaf analogy was brilliant. I had a younger sibling whose leaf fell unexpectedly and tragically. Life can end in an instant, and this is a lovely reminder to live it well.
So sorry for your loss, I’m sure no words can describe such feelings.
Thank you for your kind words and thoughtfulness. Thinking of my brother brings me joy now that time has worked a little magic. Thank you for such a beautiful post.
Thank you for sharing your deep personal story. My mom’s brother passed away when he was young, she often speaks of him, I wish I knew him in this world, but I’m sure I know him in the spiritual reality.
I love that. I have had similar experiences with my brother and it is truly a comfort, I agree it’s interesting and unexplainable. I’m so happy you’ve been able to experience that kind of peace.
Oh, I’m so sorry to hear that, on your behalf and your mom’s. My younger kids did not know my brother and my oldest does not remember him, and they feel the same as you do. We also look forward to seeing him again and know he is waiting patiently for a glorious reunion.
Absolutely, it’s very interesting, but sometimes when I sit alone in church, put a candle and pray thinking of uncle and grandpa I sometimes feel like we are communicating. Perhaps it’s God sending a message, saying that it’s alright.
Such important points. I believe there's also a lot to be said for learning to channel anger "well". I'm a cancer survivor and I feel the experience taught me to both let go of somethings more easily and to advocate more swiftly in others - although not with harsh words!
I am the same, what did you do to overcome it?
I took a break from writing my own post on a similar topic to read this and it blessed me. Thanks for the reminder that we all need!
I’m so glad! When a post is helpful in any way it’s the best thing. I’ll be sure to read yours when it’s out! It's great topic.
I think being aware of our mortality can enrich our lives. Their ephemeral quality makes them precious.
I agree, gives a very different perspective and more gratitude.