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Henny's avatar

Dear Josie, I am happy every time I see a new offering from you, not because I expect something new or exciting every time, or because I count on something coming on a regular basis. I am happy because it comes from someone honest enough, brave enough and generous enough to write and create in such a way that her spirit shines through always. Even when you yourself may feel it is not so, I think I am not alone in feeling touched by you in the heart space in which we are all connected. That is quite a gift you trust us with and it is definitely enough. Once touched, no need for many words. Once given, such a gift becomes a treasure.

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Emily's avatar

Any time I tell a fellow chronically ill person that a limited life can be a good life, I recommend them your book and this Substack and I tell them how much your perspective on life helped me to find my own ways to live a good life, a big part of it being a greater appreciation of nature. I will never forget the difference you made.

You recommended I get a magnifying glass on your moss post and so I did and I've had a wonderful time looking at moss and plants and tree bark. Last week I got to use it to look at everything covered in frost and it was incredible to have that view that I'd never seen before. So thank you for adding that joy to my life!

I hope you'll get some respite from the infections and hospital trips soon.

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