Gosh thank you Margo!! It is so nourishing and meaningful and expansive to have this reading and writing exchange as we do on here, to be finding kindred hearts 💜
Happy because, as a cardiologist, he understood that the bypass made his end an "in your face" reality. He shifted to a kind of surrender to vulnerability, a gift to himself and his loved ones.
Sad because your beautiful essay reminds me of how hard it is to hear the intangible in our world. Our reactions are routinized while, at the same time, suppressing those tiny feelings of doubt/failure/remorse.
If our hearts truly control our minds, then your essay has awakened imagery and impulses that will pulse through mine for some time to come. Thank you!
This is beautiful. I'm so glad to have found you. I wonder if you've read Brian Doyle's essay collection "One Long River of Song." He has a piece on the heart, which brought me to my knees. I am not home now, but if you're interested I can find it and excerpt it for you. Though I recommend the entire collection.
Thank you so much Isabel, I'm honored!! I've just looked up Brian Doyle - he seems like such a kindred spirit so I've just ordered 'One Long River of Song' - I'm writing more about the heart so your tip comes at just the right time, can't wait
Dear Kristin, I enjoyed reading your wonderful insight.
I loved my father would have given these kind of insight into family, personalities and personal development while he worked live long on our Family Chronic. You might know him from a visit in CA in 1980 with my sister and mom.
Rumi said:
As you start to walk on the way, the way appears.
Most important is to start to walk. We will get many insights and presents on the way to go further and further (like your written words) independantly where we come from.
For centuries mystics and sages have known about the wisdom the human heart holds. It has an incredible potential if we learn to quiten our mind and ego.
I know whenever I read your pieces, it will be time worth spent. And this was no exception--so gorgeously written, and a lovely tribute to your grandfather.
EXQUISITE. You are one hell of a writer. Bet he’s proud as punch from beyond the veil.
You make my day Aoife 💜 this was a hard one to write and publish so it is extra meaningful to receive such kind words as yours
This is amazing. What a beautiful tribute.
"A dream, like a life, is a perpetual engine of questions."
Isn't it??!! Tysm <3
Your talent is like a rose that keeps opening to reveal more and more exquisite layers. I love this essay - and your art - in so many ways, thank you!
Gosh thank you Margo!! It is so nourishing and meaningful and expansive to have this reading and writing exchange as we do on here, to be finding kindred hearts 💜
Yes! 💜
I second this.
Thank you Rebecca, and your work is on a streak!
Fantastic piece. Beautifully written and narrated. Thank you for sharing this heartfelt (no pun intended) reflection.
Thank you so much Silvio, all the heart puns apply :) I'm drawn to that same force in your work
Your essay made me sad and happy.
Happy because, as a cardiologist, he understood that the bypass made his end an "in your face" reality. He shifted to a kind of surrender to vulnerability, a gift to himself and his loved ones.
Sad because your beautiful essay reminds me of how hard it is to hear the intangible in our world. Our reactions are routinized while, at the same time, suppressing those tiny feelings of doubt/failure/remorse.
Thank you, this was a great read.
Thank you Rosie!! So beautifully said, to 'hear the intangible in our world' and how very special it is to find the others like you who do ❤
If our hearts truly control our minds, then your essay has awakened imagery and impulses that will pulse through mine for some time to come. Thank you!
I'll reminisce on this for a very long time. Thank you.
Thank you Claudia, really appreciated 💜
This is beautiful. I'm so glad to have found you. I wonder if you've read Brian Doyle's essay collection "One Long River of Song." He has a piece on the heart, which brought me to my knees. I am not home now, but if you're interested I can find it and excerpt it for you. Though I recommend the entire collection.
Thank you so much Isabel, I'm honored!! I've just looked up Brian Doyle - he seems like such a kindred spirit so I've just ordered 'One Long River of Song' - I'm writing more about the heart so your tip comes at just the right time, can't wait
I’m so glad!
lovely, provoking, assuring.
Thank you Stephen 💚🍀
Dear Kristin, I enjoyed reading your wonderful insight.
I loved my father would have given these kind of insight into family, personalities and personal development while he worked live long on our Family Chronic. You might know him from a visit in CA in 1980 with my sister and mom.
Rumi said:
As you start to walk on the way, the way appears.
Most important is to start to walk. We will get many insights and presents on the way to go further and further (like your written words) independantly where we come from.
For centuries mystics and sages have known about the wisdom the human heart holds. It has an incredible potential if we learn to quiten our mind and ego.
Thank you, Kristin
Beautifully written! I absolutely love your writing style.
Thanks so much Shivam!! You've been surfacing so much goodness in your posts, really appreciate them
Likewise Kristin 🤗
This is such a beautiful piece! I absolutely love reading your writing. Thank you for sharing him and yourself with us 🤍
Thank you Ayu!! Feel a kinship with the nuanced space you create in your work 💜
I know whenever I read your pieces, it will be time worth spent. And this was no exception--so gorgeously written, and a lovely tribute to your grandfather.
Thank you Krithana, so appreciated!! Many congrats on your book, can't wait to read it
This was so beautiful. Thank you for sharing!
Thank you Jonathan!!
Cracked my heart open at the right moment. This essay might just have saved my life. Thank you so much for writing the way you do.
Thank you Shiela, that is so meaningful to hear 💜 sending love for you today