With the glitch resolved, I'm introducing lines - my version of poems. In this newsletter, I share a few that have been grounding me lately. Also -- a request for feedback from you!
Lines are powerful. While it may seem to you or others that having just a few words may seem sparse, to me they seemed packed with realities and insights. I could feel some stabs and some caresses as I reflect on my own journeys. Do not stop. You are such a beacon.
In a time when everyone seems to be writing a newsletter, yours is the one I always open and read. The one. It doesn't matter what you write, what the format is like, whether there's a story or some lines, whether the stories are sequential... I enjoy being allowed in, wherever the door happens to open to in the moment.
I don’t want to say “I like” hearing about your life, that word seems off, but what you have gone through, and how you got through, has helped me immensely. Even telling your story, and the way that you were doing it inspired me to tell my own. People have always said to me “oh, you should write a book”, but a book just never came, at least not that one, but I started writing installments, just like you, and it’s easier somehow. And when it’s done, it’ll be out there in the world and that’s some thing you’ve given to me with your bravery and your openness, so I say write however & whenever it works for you and share what you need to. Because ultimately the greatest value we will receive is hearing what you need to say, what you have to say.
Here for all of it. Here for any of it. Any words or lines or thoughts….you will always be a gift to all who have the privilege of knowing or stumbling upon your beauty of being human.
I keep coming back because of your unique viewpoint - no matter the style of how you convey it. I think there is a lot of genuine curiosity about psychiatric hospitals, the patients that stay there and the result of those stays/treatments. Your service team and training is unique as well. It's just a different perspective that is wondrous, heart breaking, special and so so so smart. The personal vulnerability makes everyone root for you, feel close to you and want the best for you <3
I welcome and benefit from all that you share, in any manner that works for you at the time. Carry on...I'm right here 💜
Thank you, I hear you💜
Lines are powerful. While it may seem to you or others that having just a few words may seem sparse, to me they seemed packed with realities and insights. I could feel some stabs and some caresses as I reflect on my own journeys. Do not stop. You are such a beacon.
Share, however you want, in whatever way you want. I feel honored to hear your words and just to hold your words in the space of me.
…….and hearing from you, Kate, is ALWAYS a gift! Keep it up!
In a time when everyone seems to be writing a newsletter, yours is the one I always open and read. The one. It doesn't matter what you write, what the format is like, whether there's a story or some lines, whether the stories are sequential... I enjoy being allowed in, wherever the door happens to open to in the moment.
I don’t want to say “I like” hearing about your life, that word seems off, but what you have gone through, and how you got through, has helped me immensely. Even telling your story, and the way that you were doing it inspired me to tell my own. People have always said to me “oh, you should write a book”, but a book just never came, at least not that one, but I started writing installments, just like you, and it’s easier somehow. And when it’s done, it’ll be out there in the world and that’s some thing you’ve given to me with your bravery and your openness, so I say write however & whenever it works for you and share what you need to. Because ultimately the greatest value we will receive is hearing what you need to say, what you have to say.
Here for all of it. Here for any of it. Any words or lines or thoughts….you will always be a gift to all who have the privilege of knowing or stumbling upon your beauty of being human.
Your words bring me solace and true understanding, I will read all you share, I believe your words and topics come in a time when I need them
OMG Kate! Writing is your THING, and Poetry is the finesse! The poem
and I failed
and the sun still rose
and I still began again
Should be a part of everyone's daily mantra. Much love and support to you (and scritches for the GIRLS! )
Every word you share lands on my heart, always nourishes my spirit and encouraged me to keep going.
(Lines would be a wonderful book too)
Your heart always comes through, and speaks to mine❤️
I keep coming back because of your unique viewpoint - no matter the style of how you convey it. I think there is a lot of genuine curiosity about psychiatric hospitals, the patients that stay there and the result of those stays/treatments. Your service team and training is unique as well. It's just a different perspective that is wondrous, heart breaking, special and so so so smart. The personal vulnerability makes everyone root for you, feel close to you and want the best for you <3
Please continue as you are, when you can, about anything at anytime! I’m here for it!