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Alexandra Allen's avatar

I feel you on the borderline bashful reaction to someone telling you they read your newsletter. I also have a momentary “oh god, I wonder what they think of me/my writing” but then I remind myself that if they’re 1) reading and 2) outwardly expressing they enjoy it, then there’s nothing to feel insecure about.

Also, so sorry for the pet losses. Sending hugs! 💛

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Simone Silverstein's avatar

Thank you, Alexandra. Forgive the crazy-tardy responds :)

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Simone Feldman's avatar

Hi! Just checking in to say I’m still reading and still captivated. Side note: Strangely I was more swift to read the letter when it published on Tuesday. Not exactly sure why. Seems the Wednesday’s letter gets read on the weekend because, life.

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Simone Silverstein's avatar

Very interesting observation, Simone. Thank you. I, too, wish The Letter were still on Tuesday. One day, I'll make the switch back... once the kids are grown and off the college :) JK, but kids! Thank you for reading whenever you do. It's always appreciated and never expected.

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Alex Corr's avatar

Vulnerability is indeed hard, and drinking water gets easier!! Levi's AI gets a F, especially after your sincere feedback...thank God for real writers like you! GREAT to see you last weekend! xo, Allie

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Simone Silverstein's avatar

Thank you, kind Allie! You spurred the water discussion with my bestie. Thank you! Great seeing you too. ❤️

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Martin Gallauner's avatar

I like the yellow coat. It's totally unrelated but reminds me of a very good Netflix show named "Dark".

Please do me a favor and make drinking water a habit.

I also have been a paramedic at one point, and it surprised me how many calls we got from people who just forgot to drink.

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Simone Silverstein's avatar

Thank you, Martin. I’m drinking my water!! It’s amazing how not thirsty I am, which tells me, I’m thirsty!

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michael Harlock's avatar

Wonderfully entertaining, even the death part. 3 years? Poor Emma!

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Christin Chong, PhD's avatar

I'm touched by how Stephen was there for Miso's passing <3

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