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Dave T's avatar

Love your writing, it's as evocative as poetry but as easy to inhale as prose.

Really makes me jealous we don't have anything like the Hi-Line in London

Debra Fried's avatar

Oh, Dave. Your comment was pure poetry! How I thank you - it means so much, coming from you. The High Line is a joy and I hope you get to walk along it next time you're in New York.

Karen Brodman's avatar

Bittersweet, but more sweet than bitter. Thanks for taking me on your walk and for remembering our mother so beautifully.

Debra Fried's avatar

Oh, your comment got to me. Thank you, Kar. As we both know, there's no way to remember her but beautifully.

SAYURI DOI's avatar

Thanks for your beautiful writing. We have a very similar playlist and yes, don’t care either who sees what. I’m not surprised.

I’m with you, 10 months in. It’s amazing what random acts, thoughts quietly grabs me by the throat and brings a gasp of grief.

Lovely memories, Debra. Thank you.

Debra Fried's avatar

Oh, Sweetie. Yes - the random acts and memories that pop up out of nowhere - and how well you put it - "grabs me by the throat and brings a gasp of grief." - Exactly. Much love to you.xx

Nina Roberts's avatar

Lovely piece and photos too!

Kathy Ryan's avatar

Thank you Debra! Beautifully written. That ache never really goes away… sending a big ☘️hug your way

Debra Fried's avatar

Thank you, Kathy.

Susan Roman's avatar

One of your best. Truly beautiful.

Debra Fried's avatar

Ah, thanks Susie. I wasn't sure about this one. So thank you.

Natalie's avatar

So beautiful and heartfelt. Thank you for your honesty and sharing so much of yourself…like a big breath of fresh air.❤️

Debra Fried's avatar

Thank you, Natalie - well, if there's anything we need right now it's fresh air.

Louise Smith's avatar

This one was like chicken soup for my soul. Thank you!

Debra Fried's avatar

Oh, thank you, Louise. Yes - our souls need all the love they can get right now. xx

Teresa's avatar

Thank you for this gift. Today.

Debra Fried's avatar

Thank you, Darling. Huge hug.

Kate Hampford Donahue's avatar

Once again, something comforting on a very hard day. Thank you.

Terry Balagia's avatar

Beautiful writing. Beautiful sentiment:) Thank you!

Jim Nolan's avatar

Such a wonderful wonderful piece. Thank you for posting it.

Debra Fried's avatar

Thank you, Jim, for reading it.