My friend. You are the steady-edy. As consistent as they come. Don't recall ever seeing you too high or too low. You have been a pleasure to associate with and you add meaningful value to the Substack community. I don't know how you do it but you always make sure to get around to everyone and drop a like, reply, a restack or just a howdy. Your open-openheartedness is legendary.
Liora, that means the world. I only ever hoped to spark a few ideas - but what’s grown here is so much bigger than me. Your words, your presence, the way you lift others up - that’s what makes this community real. Thank you for opening your borders and letting us in. I’m grateful to be on this journey with you.
Joakim, I have had so much fun with you all! It's really been quite spectacular, and I look forward to kicking more ideas around with you. Can't wait to see where we go next!
Terrific article . That’s great that you recognized other writers . To answer one of your questions. What I have learned is that I’m not alone in my feelings and I have learned not to be ashamed of myself for having those feelings
I’ve always been a community seeker and this resonates with me. As a new substack member, I am grateful for the handful of people who have been receptive to my stories. You are one of them and this post is encouraging. Thanks!
Thank you so much Rowan. Reading over your work, you have a way of drawing your reader in and leaving them gasping a bit, scrambling for purchase. I look forward to reading more! 💜
This. What you did here. Beautiful. What a refreshing break from the "me me me" vibe of the current social media landscape. You are a community builder Liora. The type of person very much needed in the world. The type of person who should be cherished and celebrated. Someone an AI algorithm cannot replace. I will be observing you going onwards.
I am equally glad. I will aim to read more of your work, certain it will resonate. I make my own attempts at community building and it can be a tiring road - yet so rewarding when you find the right souls out there. And I also agree with your selection of individuals. I have connected with some of these people and have nothing but praise for them. How open hearted and generous they are. How their writing moves me.
Liora thank you for these kind words and inclusion with such fine writers. I’ve always believed we are here to support and uphold each other, a weird journey remotely traveled, random locations, bizarre time zones a surreal yet delightfully unique experience.
I’ve loved your writing since day one, the success you have had is totally deserved…we’ll march on together then shall we…may your road always rise, 😘😊🙏 Sea
You are so welcome, Sea! I always get a lift from your writing—you usually find a way to make me smile or lmao. You always engage my noggin, and I truly love that. It’s been a lovely, strange trip indeed. I’m so glad to be on it with you. Onward💜
I am truly honored to be a part of the group you consider home. I have really loved watching you and your writing evolve and have missed you and your writing in my absence lately. I am so very excited for you and your grad school journey and hope you share a bit about what you learn about yourself in the experience. Cheers friend. 💜💚
Kristin, you have been a rock for me; I truly appreciate your insights and your kindness. I’ve missed you, too! And yes, with where I’m going, you and I are going to have even more to chat about. Sending hugs 💜
That is quite the generous compliment
My friend. You are the steady-edy. As consistent as they come. Don't recall ever seeing you too high or too low. You have been a pleasure to associate with and you add meaningful value to the Substack community. I don't know how you do it but you always make sure to get around to everyone and drop a like, reply, a restack or just a howdy. Your open-openheartedness is legendary.
Thanks Sal, that means a lot coming from you. I try, but I wish I could do a whole lot more. You all are fantastic!
Liora, that means the world. I only ever hoped to spark a few ideas - but what’s grown here is so much bigger than me. Your words, your presence, the way you lift others up - that’s what makes this community real. Thank you for opening your borders and letting us in. I’m grateful to be on this journey with you.
Joakim, I have had so much fun with you all! It's really been quite spectacular, and I look forward to kicking more ideas around with you. Can't wait to see where we go next!
Terrific article . That’s great that you recognized other writers . To answer one of your questions. What I have learned is that I’m not alone in my feelings and I have learned not to be ashamed of myself for having those feelings
Thank you so much. I really appreciate your response and, if you're good with it, would like to include it in the post after 9/15. Let me know!
Sure go ahead
I’ve always been a community seeker and this resonates with me. As a new substack member, I am grateful for the handful of people who have been receptive to my stories. You are one of them and this post is encouraging. Thanks!
Thank you so much Rowan. Reading over your work, you have a way of drawing your reader in and leaving them gasping a bit, scrambling for purchase. I look forward to reading more! 💜
Thanks! Still figuring out the pacing of posting- balancing life and all. Thanks for your enthusiasm. It matters!!
Yeah, it’s definitely a process. Still figuring that out myself🤣
This. What you did here. Beautiful. What a refreshing break from the "me me me" vibe of the current social media landscape. You are a community builder Liora. The type of person very much needed in the world. The type of person who should be cherished and celebrated. Someone an AI algorithm cannot replace. I will be observing you going onwards.
Your words knocked my socks off. Thank you for seeing me and for lifting this space up with such generosity. I’m grateful we’ve connected here 💜
I am equally glad. I will aim to read more of your work, certain it will resonate. I make my own attempts at community building and it can be a tiring road - yet so rewarding when you find the right souls out there. And I also agree with your selection of individuals. I have connected with some of these people and have nothing but praise for them. How open hearted and generous they are. How their writing moves me.
Thanks so much and likewise! Looking forward to digging in💜
Liora thank you for these kind words and inclusion with such fine writers. I’ve always believed we are here to support and uphold each other, a weird journey remotely traveled, random locations, bizarre time zones a surreal yet delightfully unique experience.
I’ve loved your writing since day one, the success you have had is totally deserved…we’ll march on together then shall we…may your road always rise, 😘😊🙏 Sea
You are so welcome, Sea! I always get a lift from your writing—you usually find a way to make me smile or lmao. You always engage my noggin, and I truly love that. It’s been a lovely, strange trip indeed. I’m so glad to be on it with you. Onward💜
I am truly honored to be a part of the group you consider home. I have really loved watching you and your writing evolve and have missed you and your writing in my absence lately. I am so very excited for you and your grad school journey and hope you share a bit about what you learn about yourself in the experience. Cheers friend. 💜💚
Kristin, you have been a rock for me; I truly appreciate your insights and your kindness. I’ve missed you, too! And yes, with where I’m going, you and I are going to have even more to chat about. Sending hugs 💜
I can’t wait!
What a wonderful post. You are just an amazing, inspiring person. 💞
Thanks Brenda, I really appreciate your kind words. You all have meant so much to me!
Liora, I can't begin to express how humbled and grateful I am by your words.
From the recognition to the group of names you mentioned, I'm honored.
You're a fantastic person and a fantastic writer yourself, I'm wishing you nothing but success and I'm really happy that our paths crossed. 😊
I’m the lucky one. Your presence here is a gift and a nudge toward better work. So glad our paths crossed.💜