Thank you to all of you–from my closest friends to people I’ve never even met–who have reached out to me about my blog.
Occasionally I run into an acquaintance who says, “Hey, I heard you’re blogging!” That means somebody’s talking about it! Thank you!
Sometimes I hear from an old friend who praises my writing, and I think, “Wow, SHE likes it! I must be doing alright!” Thanks for the compliment!
Sometimes a good friend will reach out after reading my blog after a particularly difficult episode and ask if I’m doing OK. Maybe even take me to lunch. Thank you for checking on me!
Sometimes I get a comment from a stranger saying they can relate to my struggle. Sometimes a stranger encourages me to hang in there. Sometimes I even get a thank you. For all of those things, I thank you!
My sisters always “like” my blog on WordPress. Becky is usually first. Thank you, ladies!
Some of you have subscribed. Thank you!
Sometimes I get encouragement or empathy: “Don’t beat yourself up!” or “You’re a wonderful mother!” or “I’ve been in your shoes. This is hard stuff.” Thank you so much for sending your love.
Recently I ran into another mom I know. She said, “I always relate in some way to your blogs, even though we’re in very different situations.” And then she told me her own heartbreaking story. Thank you so much for reading my blog, first of all! And thank you for the courage to open up!
Thanks to all of you who read the confessions of my failings and the laments about my regrets, and who open your hearts to me instead of making judgements. Thank you for understanding. Thank you for being open yourselves. Thank you for your compassion.
And thank you from the bottom of my heart for reading my blog.
More entries on the way!
The Year of Living Hopefully 