The internet is a curious river of connections. I found you via your comment on Henneke's post, "How to Write Beautifully..." I clicked on your name and found this post. I always considered the question, "What if?" as one of possibilities , innovation, improvement. But like you, I have found ghostly "what if's" haunting me with what could have been --if only. Despite the unwelcome whispers, I press onward. You are not alone, and I too, believe the world needs more beautiful words to uplift, encourage, and remind us of our worth.
Thank you for pressing onward ( and try to let go of the should have, could have.) Let's focus on the present.
Hi Kathryn, Thanks for flowing this way on the river! And for taking the time to read and comment here.
The whispers can be difficult for sure, and I notice when I allow them - when I am able to stand in both the past and the present, it is the most alive place I can write from. When I 'tidy up my past' and tell myself 'it is dealt with/it is over/move on' what I create is flat and one-dimensional. What Henneke's post affirms for me is that regret is part of aliveness. As is fear. As is love. Being with it all, whilst being here now, is the most fertile place I can create from. And not always easy. I'm wishing you all the best as you press onwards and make what you feel called to make!
She would love to have a cuppa with you too :) xx Thank you for your beautiful support on this journey of birthing the book. In so many ways, it would not be happening in the way it is, without your presence x
Your dedication is admirable and inspiring, Claire. I'm really looking forward to reading your book! Your words matter and they are impactful. I marvel at how often I feel moved by what you share to leave you a comment when I read your weekly newsletter. Keep going, Sister, you've got this! xxx
Thank you dear Valerie :) for your words here and your support always. I'm picturing us at the book launch party, whenever it may happen, raising a glass of champagne together xx
The internet is a curious river of connections. I found you via your comment on Henneke's post, "How to Write Beautifully..." I clicked on your name and found this post. I always considered the question, "What if?" as one of possibilities , innovation, improvement. But like you, I have found ghostly "what if's" haunting me with what could have been --if only. Despite the unwelcome whispers, I press onward. You are not alone, and I too, believe the world needs more beautiful words to uplift, encourage, and remind us of our worth.
Thank you for pressing onward ( and try to let go of the should have, could have.) Let's focus on the present.
Hi Kathryn, Thanks for flowing this way on the river! And for taking the time to read and comment here.
The whispers can be difficult for sure, and I notice when I allow them - when I am able to stand in both the past and the present, it is the most alive place I can write from. When I 'tidy up my past' and tell myself 'it is dealt with/it is over/move on' what I create is flat and one-dimensional. What Henneke's post affirms for me is that regret is part of aliveness. As is fear. As is love. Being with it all, whilst being here now, is the most fertile place I can create from. And not always easy. I'm wishing you all the best as you press onwards and make what you feel called to make!
This is so resonant. It has taken me days to be able to read it fully and head-on.
Hi Gail, I'm glad it resonates. Thank you for letting me know here :)
How I long to have a chat + a cup of tea with your 11, 12, + 13 year old self, dear Claire!
Thank you for looking grief + regret straight in the eyes at the same time you continue writing your life in the form of your book.
Thank you for being!!!
She would love to have a cuppa with you too :) xx Thank you for your beautiful support on this journey of birthing the book. In so many ways, it would not be happening in the way it is, without your presence x
mmmmmm ... < rubbing heart >
You are always exactly where you need to be Claire. Keep glittering. Consider this my official pre-ordering of your book!
My first official pre-order! Hoorah! And thank you for these lovely words of encouragement xx
Your dedication is admirable and inspiring, Claire. I'm really looking forward to reading your book! Your words matter and they are impactful. I marvel at how often I feel moved by what you share to leave you a comment when I read your weekly newsletter. Keep going, Sister, you've got this! xxx
Thank you dear Valerie :) for your words here and your support always. I'm picturing us at the book launch party, whenever it may happen, raising a glass of champagne together xx
Yes! I look forward to that moment… 😁