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A poignant essay, deeply moving, thank you for conveying the simply beauty of our connection to our human family,

Susan

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You're so kind, Susan. Thank you. And I'm so sad the Ukrainians will have to endure another winter before this is over. Best, s

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Mar 4, 2022Liked by Susanna Schrobsdorff

I can't even describe what I feel after reading this piece. If there's one word for both sorrow and beauty I wish I knew what it was.

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Oh thank you, Susan. And yes there must be a word for that in some language. Maybe in Ukrainian.

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Mar 4, 2022Liked by Susanna Schrobsdorff

Thanks for sharing your memorable time in Ukraine. So vivid, so touching, so true that we are all connected.

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Thanks so much Dawna, I'm glad it resonated.

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Mar 2, 2022Liked by Susanna Schrobsdorff

There is a card in my deck that features an image of a Sunflower called Support. Thank you for your beautiful writing about your experience in the Ukraine.

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Thanks so much Mel! (This image I took from van Gogh... ;)

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Mar 2, 2022Liked by Susanna Schrobsdorff

Stunning writing. The beauty you convey contrasted with the destruction taking place now is heartbreaking.

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Thank you, Aaron. And it's only here because of your workshop. :)

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Mar 2, 2022Liked by Susanna Schrobsdorff

This is one of the most beautiful pieces I have read about the Ukraine. I, like you, am finding it difficult to go through my days knowing that bombs are being dropped on cities. There are no words for the horror I feel. Sometimes the only redemption I find is in artistry. Artistry exorcises horror. It is in the artistry of your words, and that beautiful skater that I find some redemption.

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Oh, Wendy, thank you for the kind words. They mean so much. And what you say here about artistry and horror is so so true. Sending hugs from here.

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Beautifully written Susanna. It is so sad to watch what is happening in Ukraine and Zelensky stay brave and strong and lest we forget the massacre that happened at Baba Yar during the Holocaust and perhaps this is also on Zelenesky's mind. My heart goes out to the Innocent killed in Ukraine especially the children.

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Hi Rosie, thank you. And, my god, the symbolism of that strike, it's really just overwhelming.

The remembrance of the Holocaust and also against the free press. May they prevail.

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I loved your story and commentary about going to Odessa. The video walk is interesting. So peaceful then, a lovely summer afternoon, everyone out strolling. And, those certainly are impressive steps!

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Thanks so much Pete.

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Thank you. 😨🤗

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Thanks Dave

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