Nyle-I was struck by the emergence of hope that runs underneath the whole piece.
I think many trans people become cautious not only about safety, but about longing. After enough years of survival, it becomes difficult to imagine remaining long enough for anything to mature, even one’s own future. With the yard, you are describing the restoration of futurity itself. The willingness to place roots into the earth while allowing yourself to believe you may still be there to watch them grow, is no small thing. It is deeply appreciated.
Lauren's dad, Roy, and I both stayed in Shorewood - it was enormously helpful to Lauren to have these two places nearby. Same babysitters. No issue if she forgot something. Glad you are growing roots - everyone needs them.
Nyle-I was struck by the emergence of hope that runs underneath the whole piece.
I think many trans people become cautious not only about safety, but about longing. After enough years of survival, it becomes difficult to imagine remaining long enough for anything to mature, even one’s own future. With the yard, you are describing the restoration of futurity itself. The willingness to place roots into the earth while allowing yourself to believe you may still be there to watch them grow, is no small thing. It is deeply appreciated.
Thank you, Sheila!
Beautiful hens! We had some backyard hens years ago, called Ginger and Pearl.
We’ve got Olive, Poppy, Sapphire, and Buttercup. All named by my ten year old. They are sweet and fun, as you know!
This made me happy. 🐣
I appreciate all your writing, no matter what frequency or topic! It feels so good to put down roots, I finally have too and it’s lovely.
Thank you, Megan! Glad to hear you have settled too
Lauren's dad, Roy, and I both stayed in Shorewood - it was enormously helpful to Lauren to have these two places nearby. Same babysitters. No issue if she forgot something. Glad you are growing roots - everyone needs them.
Indeed. The four minute drive between houses makes a lot of things easier
I love everything about this!
Thank you!
Very insightful. Thank you.