You're like the Grinch and I have saved Christmas! Or, short of that, I've made you chuckle which genuinely makes me feel all warm and fuzzy. Thank you for this!!! 😊😊😊
I enjoy your writing and story telling so much, like seriously. The wife bit truly had me like, "WHAT!? OMG that's amazing!!" LOLLLLL. I had no idea that movie made so much money, why is that so slimey feeling but also touching?? I wouldn't have been able to read my cancer diary back without turning into a pile of salty tears, and also, I don't think my dad can read very well so if I gifted him any of my writing in a journal, he'd be like, "what is this?." Thanks for the reminder on not taking things so seriously this time of year because I def feel the pressure every November.
Haha, sorry for the nurse/wife switcheroo. I'm sure she's still in the world, prying into people's bathroom habits. Hope your festive season is every bit as wonderful as you 😊
Haha, thank you! That means a shit load, honestly 😊 You never know how your writing will be received in the world (as an absolute gem wordsmith, you probably know what I mean), so this type of feedback is the bees fucking knees.
Even in hindsight I still don’t understand why they asked daily if I evacuated my bowels. Or, and more importantly, why it was important to wait until my husband arrived each day to ask. It’s you or your sex life. Only one will survive this. You choose.
Hahaha, this is my favourite comment of the day. Take the rest of the week off - you've earned it. I'm not sure why they asked either, but they did it enough that I felt much less comfortable answering on day 200 than day 2!
I look forward to reading your posts and today was no exception. I chuckled at every other line while I ate my breakfast. No, I wasn’t bothered by the vomit or the eviction of the occupants of your bowels. Those of us from large families have heard much worse conversations at the dinner table. 😝
Haha, you've been mentally prepared for such topics - I love it. Hope breakfast was something more exciting than bred with butter (that you didn't use).
This was hilarious! But then that bit at the end about not being hard on myself for unmet goals...oof!! Right now, I have a stack of pieces I need to write...and none are written. It's starting to suck the joy from writing. So I appreciate the reminder to chill out. P.s. glad cancer didn't kill you.
Haha, thank you! Cancer and I decided to go our separate ways - it wasn't working out 😊 If you finish one of those articles, share the link here so I can check it out!!!
Those Facebook statuses belong in the past, never to be seen again (some of the photos we all posted can stay there too). Also, you're a nurse! Which means you are the best type of person, thanks for doing what you do 😊
This has come at an auspicious moment -thanks. I'm on rewrite number 3 of what I feel will be 5 to 8 rewrites (my first novel). I'm having to undo years of habit and training as an academic writer and ohdeargodalmighty this is bone-crunchingly tough. I've got a bunch of skills that I need to purge out of the writing process (skills that never even made me money - a life-choice my kids might not be happy about when my will gets read). So yes, thanks. I'm on it.
I wouldn't worry about Christmas--not when there's still turkey, stuffing (dressing), mashed potatoes, rolls, and all sorts of other goodies to think about for Thanksgiving!
Oh, right. I should have remembered that. But we have the trees up in the stores here, and I've actually seen some houses with their outdoor Christmas lights up already. They're always a dazzling sight to see, but come on, dudes, it's too early!
Ha ha...that made me laugh - and that's no mean feat, I can tell you. I am renowned for having zilch sense of humour ❤️
You're like the Grinch and I have saved Christmas! Or, short of that, I've made you chuckle which genuinely makes me feel all warm and fuzzy. Thank you for this!!! 😊😊😊
I'm a sexy little carrot? 🥺 That's the most beautiful compliment I've ever gotten. Except from my partner calling me a virus.
I stand by it! You're loaded with antioxidants and fibre - the best type of person.
Yes, you're right 🥺 Hahaha
Thanks for the reminder that it’s your voice that’s important. Do you. It’ll reach somebody. Oh, and broken crayons still color, right?
And they still taste great, too.
I enjoy your writing and story telling so much, like seriously. The wife bit truly had me like, "WHAT!? OMG that's amazing!!" LOLLLLL. I had no idea that movie made so much money, why is that so slimey feeling but also touching?? I wouldn't have been able to read my cancer diary back without turning into a pile of salty tears, and also, I don't think my dad can read very well so if I gifted him any of my writing in a journal, he'd be like, "what is this?." Thanks for the reminder on not taking things so seriously this time of year because I def feel the pressure every November.
Haha, sorry for the nurse/wife switcheroo. I'm sure she's still in the world, prying into people's bathroom habits. Hope your festive season is every bit as wonderful as you 😊
First of all, ya really got me with the nurse wife thing. 😂
Dude- your writing is some of my favorite on Substack. So glad we crossed paths.
Haha, thank you! That means a shit load, honestly 😊 You never know how your writing will be received in the world (as an absolute gem wordsmith, you probably know what I mean), so this type of feedback is the bees fucking knees.
My fake nurse wife would be proud.
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Laugh out loud funny, enjoyed reading this💪💪
This is the best possible reaction 🤩
I appreciate you taking the time to check it out!
Even in hindsight I still don’t understand why they asked daily if I evacuated my bowels. Or, and more importantly, why it was important to wait until my husband arrived each day to ask. It’s you or your sex life. Only one will survive this. You choose.
Hahaha, this is my favourite comment of the day. Take the rest of the week off - you've earned it. I'm not sure why they asked either, but they did it enough that I felt much less comfortable answering on day 200 than day 2!
That sneaky sense of self compassion at the end of all the laughs gets me every time. Dazzled yet again AP. ✨
The kindness in your comments is so bloody lovely, you know that? I get the sense a lot of people appreciate you in their lives. ✨
Timely reminders, thank you 👌
Thanks for checking this one out, Amy! I hope your festive season (early that it is) unfolds with good stuff and good times 😊
I look forward to reading your posts and today was no exception. I chuckled at every other line while I ate my breakfast. No, I wasn’t bothered by the vomit or the eviction of the occupants of your bowels. Those of us from large families have heard much worse conversations at the dinner table. 😝
Haha, you've been mentally prepared for such topics - I love it. Hope breakfast was something more exciting than bred with butter (that you didn't use).
You’re my favorite Aussie. You always bring joy into my life with your words.
You're my favourite Jack! There's no better Jack then you and I will personally fight anyone who says otherwise.
This was hilarious! But then that bit at the end about not being hard on myself for unmet goals...oof!! Right now, I have a stack of pieces I need to write...and none are written. It's starting to suck the joy from writing. So I appreciate the reminder to chill out. P.s. glad cancer didn't kill you.
Haha, thank you! Cancer and I decided to go our separate ways - it wasn't working out 😊 If you finish one of those articles, share the link here so I can check it out!!!
Thankfully!! 🤣 and yes awww I will.
loling at this entire thing, cheers to growth! Also feel this way about my 2010 facebook status, oof absolute cringe.
Those Facebook statuses belong in the past, never to be seen again (some of the photos we all posted can stay there too). Also, you're a nurse! Which means you are the best type of person, thanks for doing what you do 😊
Yeah all those photos I took with my digital camera on a random Tuesday night out can stay in the past forever. Nurses are special, thanks :)
I’d like to request a story about the bread without butter.
Tell Spielberg to reply (find) my email address and you'll see it on the big screen.
This has come at an auspicious moment -thanks. I'm on rewrite number 3 of what I feel will be 5 to 8 rewrites (my first novel). I'm having to undo years of habit and training as an academic writer and ohdeargodalmighty this is bone-crunchingly tough. I've got a bunch of skills that I need to purge out of the writing process (skills that never even made me money - a life-choice my kids might not be happy about when my will gets read). So yes, thanks. I'm on it.
That's awesome to hear, Caroline. Love seeing people turn their passion and perspective into books - big things ahead in 2025 no doubt!!!
I wouldn't worry about Christmas--not when there's still turkey, stuffing (dressing), mashed potatoes, rolls, and all sorts of other goodies to think about for Thanksgiving!
Jealous! We don't have an Aussie version of Thanksgiving. People are bloody putting up trees already! 🎄😲
Oh, right. I should have remembered that. But we have the trees up in the stores here, and I've actually seen some houses with their outdoor Christmas lights up already. They're always a dazzling sight to see, but come on, dudes, it's too early!
When do you think the appropriate time is to put up Christmas decorations? 🤔
Hmm. . . I'd say the last weekend of November (since the 30th is on Saturday). That'd be a great time.
I endorse this timeline.