Readers, I have assembled a bunch of Cafe essays into a manuscript, and am in the process of searching for a print home for them. One possible publisher has suggested that an intro might be helpful in framing for the reader what’s about to happen to them. The following is my first pass at an introduction to a collection of the transmissions you get each week (or, if you’re a free subscriber, each month). I hope you enjoy! Thank you for being here.
Ah yes. The blessedness of dis-orientation when it leads to re-orientation and thus a new creation. It's sort of how the universe works although I don't always like the process.
"...in the passing connection of words between us, we come into each other's care." How beautiful is that? I am so very often touched by your 'passing words' woven of creativity and care. That you can be undone by the numinous in dandelion floof is is the gift in you and we are the delighted recipients - oh such aliveness! Much love surrounds you in this difficult world.
Great intro! I love your writing style and can't wait to read more of your work! I am also a mother of two, a 4 and 6 year old and can very much relate to the fog, the overwhelming moments and trying to find the humor in the chaos. Hang in there and keep writing!
Ah yes. The blessedness of dis-orientation when it leads to re-orientation and thus a new creation. It's sort of how the universe works although I don't always like the process.
I love this! It is a beautiful introduction. You are truly a gift Caroline and you offer so many gifts to your readers.
"...in the passing connection of words between us, we come into each other's care." How beautiful is that? I am so very often touched by your 'passing words' woven of creativity and care. That you can be undone by the numinous in dandelion floof is is the gift in you and we are the delighted recipients - oh such aliveness! Much love surrounds you in this difficult world.
Thank you always for your weekly writings, Carrie. I can’t wait to read the metaphors you hatch with such creativity and humor!
❤️Auntie C
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Great intro! I love your writing style and can't wait to read more of your work! I am also a mother of two, a 4 and 6 year old and can very much relate to the fog, the overwhelming moments and trying to find the humor in the chaos. Hang in there and keep writing!