Beautifully written and so genuine. Your comment on justice reminded me of my one of my favorite quotes: "Do not be daunted by the enormity of the world's grief. Do justly now, love mercy now, walk humbly now. You are not obligated to complete the work, but neither are you free to abandon it.” - Talmud. We keep going, that is all we can do.
Thanks, Reid, for taking the time to say something and I'm so glad it was meaningful for you. I hope 2022 brings your family some lovely moments that are louder than the hard ones.
Jessica, I just "met" you, (2.9.25) and I love everything you write, how you share what's in your heart and mind, the beauty of moments, what you are learning along your journey, your beautiful family, and the realities of what living with a disability is like. Focusing on something pleasurable does help lessen pain. Pain helps develop patience, which we all need. I love your quote to live by: "This is my day." Today may be a struggle. But life is not all about having all good days. Tomorrow is another day. May yours be beautiful.
Jessica, I just "met" you, and I love everything you write, how you share what's in your heart, the beauty of moments, what you are learning along your journey, your beautiful family, and the realities of what living with a disability is like. Focusing on something pleasurable does help lessen pain. Pain helps develop patience, which we all need. I love your quote to live by: "This is my day." Today may be a struggle. But life is not all about having all good days. Tomorrow is another day. May yours be beautiful.
Beautifully written and so genuine. Your comment on justice reminded me of my one of my favorite quotes: "Do not be daunted by the enormity of the world's grief. Do justly now, love mercy now, walk humbly now. You are not obligated to complete the work, but neither are you free to abandon it.” - Talmud. We keep going, that is all we can do.
Rina - that made me tear up. Thanks for sharing it. I took a screenshot so I can read the quote and your message again later.
Thank you for this newsletter--it really resonated with me.
And I'm sorry about all your house repairs--not easy! Sending love
Thanks, Alison. It's nice to hear from you!
Jessica, this is awesome, beautiful, raw, accurate AF, and a very helpful guidepost for my own life. Thank you so much for sharing it.
Thanks, Reid, for taking the time to say something and I'm so glad it was meaningful for you. I hope 2022 brings your family some lovely moments that are louder than the hard ones.
Oh, my heart. Sending all my love. Gratitude, too, for this beautiful post.
Love you. Always thankful for your friendship
Jessica, I just "met" you, (2.9.25) and I love everything you write, how you share what's in your heart and mind, the beauty of moments, what you are learning along your journey, your beautiful family, and the realities of what living with a disability is like. Focusing on something pleasurable does help lessen pain. Pain helps develop patience, which we all need. I love your quote to live by: "This is my day." Today may be a struggle. But life is not all about having all good days. Tomorrow is another day. May yours be beautiful.
Jessica, I just "met" you, and I love everything you write, how you share what's in your heart, the beauty of moments, what you are learning along your journey, your beautiful family, and the realities of what living with a disability is like. Focusing on something pleasurable does help lessen pain. Pain helps develop patience, which we all need. I love your quote to live by: "This is my day." Today may be a struggle. But life is not all about having all good days. Tomorrow is another day. May yours be beautiful.