So many layers of trauma here that tear at the heart. I was especially moved by how kind your dad was at the school, understanding how frightened you were. Like everyone commenting here, I found this chapter powerful and raw. Again, so sorry for your loss, Lani.
Thank you for that. Yes, It’s gone through many edits, and up to the last minute, another change. You want to be able to convey so much with what you’ve got.
like Maureen and Claudia said. Heartbreaking! The fatal ending, next to the memory of 'I never wanted to let go', separated only by the brief speculative 'Maybe he knew. Maybe we all did.' and the final 'But we weren’t ready.'
Oof! This is exquisite storytelling cutting right to the core of the soul.
Oh my God, Lani!
Hugs, Teronda.
Man, Lani. Heartbreaking. I am sorry. And I'm grateful to you for sharing your story with all of us!
Thanks, Rebecca. Thanks for making the time to read my story, xo
So many layers of trauma here that tear at the heart. I was especially moved by how kind your dad was at the school, understanding how frightened you were. Like everyone commenting here, I found this chapter powerful and raw. Again, so sorry for your loss, Lani.
Thanks, Sue. You always notice more and go beyond ~ it must be all those excellent librarian skills you possess. ✨✨✨
Hugs, Lani. Sitting alongside you for a while.
I felt the grief, shock and awkward unknowing within and between the lines. Heart squeezing for you.
Thanks, Victoria. xo
Courageous and beautiful writing — heart wrenching.💜
Thank you, Simone. xo
Beautiful words but heartbreaking, Lani x
Thanks, Sarah, xo
The title and theme of the story really sat with me throughout this piece. On a lighter note: good old bucket 🪣 baths 🧼! I remember those!
From bucket baths to jet setting around Europe! Now, there’s a story I want to hear, A. 😘 xo
Haha…you make it sound like I’ve done it all! XOXO
Gut wrenching, Lani. This must have been so difficult to write! My heart goes out to you.
Thank you for that. Yes, It’s gone through many edits, and up to the last minute, another change. You want to be able to convey so much with what you’ve got.
It's heartbreaking, Lani! 🥹
Yes, it’s been tough, but it’s been many years. Thanks, Yi. xo
Cool to hear your lovely voice!
Thank you for listening!
like Maureen and Claudia said. Heartbreaking! The fatal ending, next to the memory of 'I never wanted to let go', separated only by the brief speculative 'Maybe he knew. Maybe we all did.' and the final 'But we weren’t ready.'
Oof! This is exquisite storytelling cutting right to the core of the soul.
💗🙏 🕯️
Thanks, Veronika. As you can imagine, this has been a challenging chapter to write.
oh yes! It bleeds and blisters through the silences between the lines 🔥 ❤️🔥
you are a brave and beautiful father's brave and beautiful daughter. You are finally ready to write the story.
❤️❤️❤️
Beautiful. I'm sorry :(
Thanks, Heather.
Oh, Lani, this is heartbraking! I'm so sorry for you! 😥
Thanks, it was a long time ago, but the effects are still felt today. xo
Thanks, Maureen. Much love back!