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Don Boivin's avatar

Reaching out to touch the empty seat; that's very moving, Emily.

I see you have A Hidden Wholeness on your stack. I have to confess that I recently had it out of the library but only read one chapter. That's not a comment on its quality; so many were enthusiastic about it! I guess I just didn't need it at this time.

I have enjoyed Elizabeth Strout in the past but haven't read any of the others.

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Susan J Tweit's avatar

Oh, that image of you putting your hand on the empty seat, the back, the headrest, your son's cereal bowl and spoon. Such poignance and love in those movements, in addition to the paid of letting go. What a beautiful way of expressing it all, Emily! Thank you. And a big hug for you in this time of loss and possibility. And reading too, which I hope brings you succor and inspiration. Blessings!

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