Maria, this was such an emotional read. There is so much love and weight to your words.
“Allow yourself to be vulnerable, to feel, to cry, but most importantly, allow yourself to be joyful. “ <3
Quick Write Ancestors
this is so beautifully written. you are a relatable voice and I love that your letter feels like you are talking freely as yourself.
“And I am learning to loosen the hold that pain, and the collection of other pains and scars and tender spots haunting our family have had on my being”
I felt that in my bones!
I love the way your work is just effortless storytelling. Can’t wait to know more about your characters, too!