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Martha Jean Johnson's avatar

We've been taught to keep the promises we make to others, but it's often harder to keep the promises we make to ourselves. Here's to you and Saving Vincent --It's all happening now! 🎉

Joan Fernandez's avatar

So true. We make ourselves the last priority. So fun to know you!

Lise Mayne's avatar

Oh you hit this one out of the park again, Joan. And once again, our stories align so much. I've just written a very similar page for my (pending) website, with my photograph from Grade 1. Whatever happened to that little freckle-faced girl? It's amazing, isn't it? My desire to write a book was instilled very early, too. I loved your description of the "gut-punch." And I'm so happy for you that you did it. As I posted yesterday on IG, a book gives back to you in so many unexpected ways. Just wait and see! I disagree with JK Rowling's statement that there isn't magic in the world, although she wrote about it. There IS magic. Writing a book is a magical experience, and what comes next is magical too. Imagine you got approval to use Vincent's letters! Did you ever think that would be possible? I'm excited for you to share what happens next!

Joan Fernandez's avatar

Thanks so much Lise!

Ashley@Briefly's avatar

This was fun to read and kudos for taking that leap of faith. I can’t wait to read your book! (But for the record, I still think you’re an incredible Dynamo who shed an old cape for a new one more suited to fulfilling The Promise.) You go girl!

Joan Fernandez's avatar

LOL! Takes one to know one :)

Patty W Warren's avatar

I so look forward to reading your newsletter! Inspirational! Thanks for the shout-out and your interview was so interesting! 💜