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Chiamaka's avatar

I really appreciate the depth of vulnerability that every piece you write carries. It really is a great strength to write about the night seasons of one’s life without editing certain parts so you are more digestible or seen as ‘put together’.

I’m glad you are better and things are going even way better for you now. I pray that the Lord strengthens you continually and may He perfect all that concerns you. I pray for might to show up, and be and do all that is required of you. I pray that for all you have lost, the Lord restores in multiple folds. And may things that cause you to smile never elude you.

The Storyteller's avatar

it is why it takes me so long to pen my thoughts. thank you Chi, i sure missed writing and seeing your comments. and amen, thank you for your prayers.

Faction's avatar

This is such a vulnerable expression and it meant so much to me. Authors like Dostoevsky are praised because of their ability to empathetically capture emotions and preserve them in the black and white.

What I see is that same truth, care, and empathy made manifest in your work. God bless you.

I see that you have also been blessed by God in the areas of creative opportunities. I am a writer and filmmaker. If you are open to bringing or putting me on, I’d sincerely appreciate any opportunity offered.

Again, thank you for this.

The Storyteller's avatar

That’s stunning. Thank you for your thoughts. Please send a message to me and we’d go from there

Lexie Unusual's avatar

Sometimes God doesn’t remove the storm immediately because He’s doing something deeper within us. You’ve made it through a season that could have broken you, yet you’re still standing. That’s grace.

Keep going. God hasn’t brought you this far to leave you here. I believe what’s ahead of you will make sense of everything you’ve had to walk through.

“For the Lord will not forsake His people; He will not abandon His heritage.” — Psalm 94:14

The Storyteller's avatar

thank You Lexie. means a lot

Princess Deborah's avatar

Sending virtual hugs Bright🫂

May the peace of God that surpasses all understanding be with you and may the Joy of the Lord be your strength

May the Joy of the Lord be your strength

May the Joy of the Lord be your strength🫂

The Storyteller's avatar

thank you Princess. Amen

Jovita's avatar

Glad you are okay

The Storyteller's avatar

you are kind, thank you

Chiamaka's avatar

First of all, I have missed your writing sooo much.

Now let me get back to reading the letter. 😀

Oma Ceeree's avatar

Thank you for writing this with so much honesty. I think one of the hardest things about surviving dark seasons is accepting that external wins can't always reach internal wounds. I'm really glad you stayed.

Oyindoubra Seibidor's avatar

Reading this really made me pause.

Funny enough, we spoke during this period, and I had no idea what you were carrying. It reminded me that we never truly know what people are going through behind the smiles.

Thank you for being vulnerable. In a world where everyone shares the highlights, your honesty was refreshing and deeply encouraging. It also challenged me to think about how I can share my own journey more openly.

The past year hasn't been easy for me either, but faith has kept me going. Your story reminded me that no season lasts forever.

I'm really grateful you're in a better place now. Keep pushing, keep creating, and thank you for sharing this with us. ❤️

tamtam.💕's avatar

was super happy to see you had written. welcome back!!

tamtam.💕's avatar

sending you a million and one virtual hugs. may God be your buoy, always. <3

Michelle George's avatar

Thank you for being this vulnerable, and may God indeed continue to strengthen you. In a way, this has been my season and I trust God to help me through it.