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Martha Jean Johnson's avatar

I've been struck by two recent Substacks on LA: 1) Brooke Warner's piece urging authors to reach beyond their initial "I have no words" response to this tragedy, and 2) this one, which shows how words help us grasp the incomprehensible. This is such a human and compelling piece.

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N.J. (Nancy) Mastro's avatar

Wow. What a story. And so apropos for the moment. Thanks for sharing this with us!

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Ashley@Briefly's avatar

This is so well said Joan. xoxo

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Terri Lewis's avatar

What stories. What kind advice. Thank you, truly!

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Joan Fernandez's avatar

Thank you, Terri!

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Joan Fernandez's avatar

I'm so grateful, Martha Jean. It's a time for all of us to come together. Thank you.

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Joan Fernandez's avatar

Funny how these memories are triggered by present events. Thanks Nancy!

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Deborah Ann Lucas's avatar

A well expressed expression of caring and compassion. Your words make me pensive and give me comfort. Thank you. 👏🙏

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