“Hard years hang on a person, like tattoos only visible to others with the same ink.”
Jimmy, I wish I had the words to articulate how deeply this resonated with me. How fucking proud of you I am for finding the strength and courage to get help. I’m so glad you’re still here, and I’m so glad I get to glimpse into your life like this — especially since you’re such a damn good storyteller.
You’re a gift. Your writing is a gift. I think I saw that you’re writing a novel? And I sure hope you are, because I need to read it.
Thank you so much Eli! Part of the reason the community we have here means so much to me is that I see all the work others are putting in and it’s super motivating for me to keep the ball rolling with the rest of you lovelies.
And I am working on a novel! Almost done with my first draft but it’s been a slog lately. I’ll get there!
This is so good for so many reasons. Loved it all. Very interesting first someone who’s never been in such a place as a “camper”, but has been many times as a visitor to a “camper”. Much different perspective. As always, the descriptions are emotion grabbers. I love your mom.
Thank you for the kind words, man. And definitely! That was one of the most powerful things about rehab for me. Addiction is so isolating. It makes you feel like a leper. Connecting with others lifts a huge weight. It’s one of the reasons I’m keeping this series going. Just kind of casting a line out there for anyone who might be feeling the same way. Thank you for reading!
Wow this was so great I shouldn't have read it at work. I'm crying a little. So many great lines & love your character descriptions. Thank you for writing & sharing this.
so many amazing lines in this. wish i could highlight them for you. you’re a true storyteller, jimmy!
Thank you for reading and the kind words!
“Hard years hang on a person, like tattoos only visible to others with the same ink.”
Jimmy, I wish I had the words to articulate how deeply this resonated with me. How fucking proud of you I am for finding the strength and courage to get help. I’m so glad you’re still here, and I’m so glad I get to glimpse into your life like this — especially since you’re such a damn good storyteller.
You’re a gift. Your writing is a gift. I think I saw that you’re writing a novel? And I sure hope you are, because I need to read it.
Thank you so much Eli! Part of the reason the community we have here means so much to me is that I see all the work others are putting in and it’s super motivating for me to keep the ball rolling with the rest of you lovelies.
And I am working on a novel! Almost done with my first draft but it’s been a slog lately. I’ll get there!
I think we can finally apply for your mother’s sainthood status on account of those hidden blue boxes 🖤
Absolutely. The queen saint almighty 😇
This is so good for so many reasons. Loved it all. Very interesting first someone who’s never been in such a place as a “camper”, but has been many times as a visitor to a “camper”. Much different perspective. As always, the descriptions are emotion grabbers. I love your mom.
Thank you for reading, Auntie. I love my mom too. I told her she’s the most popular character in this story for good reason. Love you ❤️
This kind of writing takes the balls of steel.
The tech that helped you, was the switch that flipped, when you realized he was a recovering addict. At least in the story.
I feel like you found out you weren’t alone.
I don’t know man, regardless, story was awesome. Thanks for sharing a piece of yourself.
Thank you for the kind words, man. And definitely! That was one of the most powerful things about rehab for me. Addiction is so isolating. It makes you feel like a leper. Connecting with others lifts a huge weight. It’s one of the reasons I’m keeping this series going. Just kind of casting a line out there for anyone who might be feeling the same way. Thank you for reading!
I could feel my heart the whole time I was reading and listening to this. Absolutely beautiful.
Thank you so much Amber ❤️
I have nothing profound to comment but 1- not mf’ing Posty, that song is a banger 2- grateful you found the strength to get help, friend
Thank you for reading! That performance definitely made me a fan of Posty. Haha
Wow this was so great I shouldn't have read it at work. I'm crying a little. So many great lines & love your character descriptions. Thank you for writing & sharing this.
Thank you for reading, Rebecca. Your words mean a lot ❤️
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