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Karen Karbo's avatar

Life is a big problem, which is also not a metaphor! Leave it to Lorrie Moore.

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Laura Allen-Simpson's avatar

Thank you for these quotes today. I needed them—and the spritz of joy brought on by your pink suede shoes. (I understand that, too.)

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Natalie Serber's avatar

Sometimes you just need wise words and pink suede! Thanks for reading. xN

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anne richardson's avatar

sigh, Marie Howe in person! how wonderful. her poetry stirs ones bones.

and when i read that Nick Cave "Red Hand File" when it came into my inbox, i believe a wee tear crept down my cheek. sunday is my youngest birthday, my best mother's day gift ever 33 years ago.

so many gems in this post. thank you! may you be cherished on mothers day...well everyday really.

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Natalie Serber's avatar

😘😘😘you too, Anne.

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Heather Aimee O'Neill's avatar

Love these quotes -- thank you for sharing! x

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Natalie Serber's avatar

Thank you for reading. I think the quotes buoy us for sure! xN

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Sheila Sheridan's avatar

Thank you for sharing the beautiful poem and all the reading and music recommendations. Music and words keep me slogging though the sludge of it all. :)

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Natalie Serber's avatar

Absolutely! I feel you. Thanks for reading. xN

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MQ's avatar

Hi Natalie, I don't see the link for Cheryl Strayed's piece. Am I missing it?

Thanks, Michele

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Natalie Serber's avatar

It’s called “TWO WOMEN WALK INTO A BAR.” Tap on the red letters and enjoy! Thanks for reading my newsletter! xN

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