It is 4:15 am here in Massachusetts. I couldn't sleep so I decided to read your essay instead.
Your writing is beautiful, Jane. I love your insights along with your lovely style.
You've brought back a memory of a practice I adopted during Covid that I should to bring back into my life. I found that when I needed an embrace and was alone during the enforced separations, I could hug a tall oak tree in a park down the street. Its trunk felt strong, its energy conveyed life, and its comforting embrace during stressful times was just what I needed.
Thank you so much for reading and sharing dearest Maggie. What a wonderful and beautiful thing to do. I actually do the same with my great ash tree (Maximo!) in my yard. Their presence and steadfastness is healing. And oh my love.. thinking of you without a hug for a long time makes my heart hurt. I’m glad the trees helped you in those days and now in lighter times still can. Sending you a big virtual hug from Colorado! 💕💕
It is 4:15 am here in Massachusetts. I couldn't sleep so I decided to read your essay instead.
Your writing is beautiful, Jane. I love your insights along with your lovely style.
You've brought back a memory of a practice I adopted during Covid that I should to bring back into my life. I found that when I needed an embrace and was alone during the enforced separations, I could hug a tall oak tree in a park down the street. Its trunk felt strong, its energy conveyed life, and its comforting embrace during stressful times was just what I needed.
Thank you so much for reading and sharing dearest Maggie. What a wonderful and beautiful thing to do. I actually do the same with my great ash tree (Maximo!) in my yard. Their presence and steadfastness is healing. And oh my love.. thinking of you without a hug for a long time makes my heart hurt. I’m glad the trees helped you in those days and now in lighter times still can. Sending you a big virtual hug from Colorado! 💕💕
Thank you, Jane, for grounding us and for giving us hope. Constance
Thank you so much for reading dear friend and for always giving me hope too. <3