I can't tell you how much I needed this. I escaped at a big family event and went away for a thirty minute break to rest. I found myself questioning my identity, purpose, and also everything about my chosen path of being a writer. I spent a few minutes in prayer and saying some truth over myself. And then I just happened to read this. It really met me where I am at. Thank you.
Everything you write is beautiful. Thank you, Tasha! What you said about writing being an act of hospitality has stayed with me ever since. It's something I have to remind myself of often.
LOVE this quote - "My writer story is that I’ve always been one, even before I knew what it meant or felt comfortable saying it out loud."
Love that you bound your college memoir and congrats on the book deal! So happy for you :)
Thank you, friend and fellow writer and wrestler of writing. I’m grateful to know you and share in each other’s work and worlds. With you in this specific time too.
Thank you for your reflection on writing. It’s relatable and encouraging, and I love the breath prayer. May we persist with what God has put on hearts, no matter the opinions of others.
"And I see how this being and becoming can’t be taken away, no matter how anyone affirms or doesn’t affirm it. It requires a hospitality towards the strangest parts of oneself, which in turn allow an offering of hospitality to others."
Yes! Thank you for guiding us to our inner worth and the reminder to stretch that love to others.
I can't tell you how much I needed this. I escaped at a big family event and went away for a thirty minute break to rest. I found myself questioning my identity, purpose, and also everything about my chosen path of being a writer. I spent a few minutes in prayer and saying some truth over myself. And then I just happened to read this. It really met me where I am at. Thank you.
Elisa, I’m sorry you found yourself in that space, and I’m a grateful the words met you. I’m also grateful to know it’s not just me. 🙏🏽
Everything you write is beautiful. Thank you, Tasha! What you said about writing being an act of hospitality has stayed with me ever since. It's something I have to remind myself of often.
LOVE this quote - "My writer story is that I’ve always been one, even before I knew what it meant or felt comfortable saying it out loud."
Love that you bound your college memoir and congrats on the book deal! So happy for you :)
Thank you, friend and fellow writer and wrestler of writing. I’m grateful to know you and share in each other’s work and worlds. With you in this specific time too.
Words I needed to read today about being a writer - and a breath prayer I'm going to write down too. So excited for you and your children's books!!!
I’m so glad the words here found you when you needed them. You aren’t alone, Maya! Keep at it. And thanks for being excited with me. :)
You are an absolute marvel, Tasha. Thank you for this timely offering of vulnerability, wisdom, and hope.
Thanks for your kind words, Julie!
You are most welcome, Tasha. Be encouraged.
Thank you for your reflection on writing. It’s relatable and encouraging, and I love the breath prayer. May we persist with what God has put on hearts, no matter the opinions of others.
I’m so glad it met and encouraged you, Lynette. 🙏🏽
"And I see how this being and becoming can’t be taken away, no matter how anyone affirms or doesn’t affirm it. It requires a hospitality towards the strangest parts of oneself, which in turn allow an offering of hospitality to others."
Yes! Thank you for guiding us to our inner worth and the reminder to stretch that love to others.
Glad we get to “keep writing” together.
Thank you so much, Jean!!! That means the world to me.