Beyond excited for this next book pick. Yes, yes, yes, to grieving the person who's still alive. Estrangement from my sister feels like she's been kidnapped and I'm ever hopeful that she'll come home to us one day. Thank you for sharing part of your story, too. Having read pieces of your memoir, I'm so thrilled for your book to be out in the world. It's so needed!
Thank you, Jess. I have 175 more pages for you to read. 😊 I hope your sister is okay — that grief is really challenging to bear. I’m glad you’re reading this book so we can discuss all!
Thank you for letting us into this part of your story, Melisse — for letting the art and the work be the medicine. I highlighted so many pithy sentences and also wanted to hug you so many times. Grateful for the ways we get to show up for and mother each other in their absence.
Thank you for sharing how the topic of estrangement resonates with you and your family story. My heart breaks for your younger self. I am glad you saved yourself, so that we can all know you, but how unjust that you had to 'adultify' early and make those calculations at all. Very excited for your WIP and for the discussion of this important antho, Melisse!
Oh, this is so wonderful! I've registered to attend, and of course, subscribed! (And also, maybe I should mention I am one of the writers whose essay is included in the anthology.)
Beyond excited for this next book pick. Yes, yes, yes, to grieving the person who's still alive. Estrangement from my sister feels like she's been kidnapped and I'm ever hopeful that she'll come home to us one day. Thank you for sharing part of your story, too. Having read pieces of your memoir, I'm so thrilled for your book to be out in the world. It's so needed!
Thank you, Jess. I have 175 more pages for you to read. 😊 I hope your sister is okay — that grief is really challenging to bear. I’m glad you’re reading this book so we can discuss all!
Wow!
Thank you for letting us into this part of your story, Melisse — for letting the art and the work be the medicine. I highlighted so many pithy sentences and also wanted to hug you so many times. Grateful for the ways we get to show up for and mother each other in their absence.
Beautiful, Lily. Thank you for this.
Thank you for sharing how the topic of estrangement resonates with you and your family story. My heart breaks for your younger self. I am glad you saved yourself, so that we can all know you, but how unjust that you had to 'adultify' early and make those calculations at all. Very excited for your WIP and for the discussion of this important antho, Melisse!
Thank you so much for reading and your comment, Hyeseung! It feels a little strange to say that I am looking forward to talking about estrangement!
Thank you for sharing your story, Melisse. I am very excited about this book club and can’t wait for our discussion on June 3. ❤️
Thank you, Jenny and SAME. You’re our first trio!
Oh, this is so wonderful! I've registered to attend, and of course, subscribed! (And also, maybe I should mention I am one of the writers whose essay is included in the anthology.)
Thank you, Michelle. It’s extra lovely to have you join us! I’m going to read your piece ASAP.
So kind of you. Thank you 🙏🏻
You say the Cornel study says 27 adults are estranged. What does that mean?