Hi Dixie, I loved your Helen and Home essay. Really captures that sense of belonging I think we search for all our lives. Even those of us who grew up with both parents experience this sense from time to time. You are right--it's a physical, emotional, and spiritual, etc, ache. I can't even imagine how shattering that must have been for you at 13. I'm glad you've been able to (and will continue to!) regain a measure of belonging (and broaden your understanding of it) as an adult.
My family moved a lot when I was growing up. In college I was always stumped by the, where are you from? question. Eventually, I would just say wherever I felt was home in that moment, which naturally confused people. Some people thought I was from Kansas, others, from SoCal, and others from New Jersey. LOL.
Thanks for these kind words, Abigail! That must have been tough, moving a lot. It's hard to put down roots beyond your family when you keep having to move. I moved many times in my early adulthood, and even that was hard, and I didn't even have kids yet!
Dixie, I loved your article on hospitality. It’s so interesting that you put into words what has been in my heart since my husband 3 years ago. As you write so beautifully I need to trust the seasons and honor them. Thank you again! I will definitely share this!
Hello! I have recently discovered your blog and it's lovely! I am new to blogging (Lady Bookish) and was wondering what advice you have for writing and finding a community for your work. I focus on bookish topics like literary history and such. Thanks!
Hi Kaitlyn! I think the thing to do is to just keep posting and to comment on good writing when you have the opportunity and have something to add to the conversation. It takes perseverance, so don't be discouraged! Good luck.
Don’t mind me… Just over here trying to devour all these posts while my children nap!
Naptime: always over too soon...
I hope you enjoy the essays, Emily! Thanks for reading and commenting!
Hi Dixie, I loved your Helen and Home essay. Really captures that sense of belonging I think we search for all our lives. Even those of us who grew up with both parents experience this sense from time to time. You are right--it's a physical, emotional, and spiritual, etc, ache. I can't even imagine how shattering that must have been for you at 13. I'm glad you've been able to (and will continue to!) regain a measure of belonging (and broaden your understanding of it) as an adult.
My family moved a lot when I was growing up. In college I was always stumped by the, where are you from? question. Eventually, I would just say wherever I felt was home in that moment, which naturally confused people. Some people thought I was from Kansas, others, from SoCal, and others from New Jersey. LOL.
Thanks for these kind words, Abigail! That must have been tough, moving a lot. It's hard to put down roots beyond your family when you keep having to move. I moved many times in my early adulthood, and even that was hard, and I didn't even have kids yet!
Dixie, I loved your article on hospitality. It’s so interesting that you put into words what has been in my heart since my husband 3 years ago. As you write so beautifully I need to trust the seasons and honor them. Thank you again! I will definitely share this!
Your comment warms my heart, Elizabeth! Thank you for your kind words. And I appreciate the shares!
Hello! I have recently discovered your blog and it's lovely! I am new to blogging (Lady Bookish) and was wondering what advice you have for writing and finding a community for your work. I focus on bookish topics like literary history and such. Thanks!
Hi Kaitlyn! I think the thing to do is to just keep posting and to comment on good writing when you have the opportunity and have something to add to the conversation. It takes perseverance, so don't be discouraged! Good luck.