I have also been contemplating this very thing over the past several years and it has become a discussion amongst a small group of friends. Very well expressed and very relatable.
Beautifully written. As I get older, I too am finding little tolerance or time for complicated friendships in my life. I am learning to shift expectations and actions while I find and protect my own light. But, as you say there is no blueprint for this because it's rarely talk about it. Thank you for articulating the feelings so honestly and lighting the way. ❤️
Brilliant. I get sucked into your pieces every time. You drop us right in and take us along for the ride. I'd read your writing all day. All the feels. So good.
Oh wow Isabel. This is amazing. You really capture the friendship and it’s ending in such a nuanced way. You also really capture what it was like to live in Montreal at that time. Thanks so much for sharing.
Gosh Isabel - you are such an amazing writer. I enjoy all of your offerings. I think there are many of us who have had to say goodbye to these types of relationships. Thanks for sharing. It’s good to know we are not alone.
I have also been contemplating this very thing over the past several years and it has become a discussion amongst a small group of friends. Very well expressed and very relatable.
Thanks Zandra. Great to see you here. Appreciate the kind words.
Beautifully written and astute ideas on friendship grief.
Thanks, Carrie. Appreciate the kind words.
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Beautifully written. As I get older, I too am finding little tolerance or time for complicated friendships in my life. I am learning to shift expectations and actions while I find and protect my own light. But, as you say there is no blueprint for this because it's rarely talk about it. Thank you for articulating the feelings so honestly and lighting the way. ❤️
Thank you for your guidance with this one, Josey! ❤️
Brilliant. I get sucked into your pieces every time. You drop us right in and take us along for the ride. I'd read your writing all day. All the feels. So good.
Oh wow. Thanks, Al. Seriously. Means so much!!
Oh wow Isabel. This is amazing. You really capture the friendship and it’s ending in such a nuanced way. You also really capture what it was like to live in Montreal at that time. Thanks so much for sharing.
I’ll always have a special spot for Montreal in the 90’s. Thanks for your kind words & for always reading, Kathryn.
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I know this sad tale. But there is hope in it, too. Hope in knowing what you need and standing strong. Love you, mon amie!
Thank you, my friend. Love you back!
I love this piece. Things we don’t like to talk about or feel, said here and said well. Isabel, your light is luminous and full of grace… xoxo
Thank you so much! I appreciate the very kind words. xoxo
Gosh Isabel - you are such an amazing writer. I enjoy all of your offerings. I think there are many of us who have had to say goodbye to these types of relationships. Thanks for sharing. It’s good to know we are not alone.
Gosh Rachel - thank you for your incredibly kind words. My friend @joseyvogels helped edit this one. I went through several drafts. :)