This is so beautiful Emily. In these words there is only love. My beautiful son tried to take his life twice.in high school. The more we open our doors as you do to this topic the better. Thank you. Thank you Sylvia.
For so many years I kept the possibility of suicide in my back pocket like a weird insurance policy. I would tell myself during the darkest times, “if it gets too bad, there’s always a way out.” For me it was a solace. I never had to use it, but it was always available. The older I get, the more I can see myself with kindness and compassion. I wish Sylvia had made it far enough to see herself clearly. I’m glad you have reached that place in your life. Enjoy the warmth of Greece and thank you for your insight into her life.
I'm looking forward to reading more of your 'stack, as I just stumbled upon it. My teen daughter died by suicide a few years ago, ironically, her name was Emily. I'm so glad you're still here, and that you are sharing your beautiful writing with us. I needed to stumble in here tonight, as our beloved family dog of 10+ years-that Emily adored, is passing away, not expected to make it through the night.
This is so beautiful Emily. In these words there is only love. My beautiful son tried to take his life twice.in high school. The more we open our doors as you do to this topic the better. Thank you. Thank you Sylvia.
Thank you, John. My love and thanks to you and your son.
For so many years I kept the possibility of suicide in my back pocket like a weird insurance policy. I would tell myself during the darkest times, “if it gets too bad, there’s always a way out.” For me it was a solace. I never had to use it, but it was always available. The older I get, the more I can see myself with kindness and compassion. I wish Sylvia had made it far enough to see herself clearly. I’m glad you have reached that place in your life. Enjoy the warmth of Greece and thank you for your insight into her life.
Thank you for this generous and thoughtful comment. I'm glad you're here. I wish Sylvia had made it that far, too.
This is so beautiful. Thank you.
Thank you, Ashley!
This was beautiful. I'm glad I found this piece and this space.
This is wonderful, thank you.
Thank you, Summer.
I don't even know what to say except thank you.
You're welcome, and thank you for being such a good friend and colleague.
So powerful. This will stay with me. Thank you!
Thank you!
So beautifully written. ❤
I'm relieved to have this space where we can love Sylvia and name toxicity when and wherever we see it.
That means everything to me! Thank you. Come anytime. Stay. <3
I'm looking forward to reading more of your 'stack, as I just stumbled upon it. My teen daughter died by suicide a few years ago, ironically, her name was Emily. I'm so glad you're still here, and that you are sharing your beautiful writing with us. I needed to stumble in here tonight, as our beloved family dog of 10+ years-that Emily adored, is passing away, not expected to make it through the night.
Sunny, I have just seen this comment. I'm so sorry about your daughter. Thank you for reading and writing. <3