Your writing is such that you can see the garden so cinematically--frame by frame--and then you take that bucolic scene and weave in the tension between the two women--it's masterful! xo
Bain, So glad. Great read--I'd never even thought about the punctuation. Funny how even that seemingly small aspect can make a difference. I look forward to further connection ... xx
“I was zealous for pleasure without pause.” I love how you contrast this with the Scrolls; Lena’s dual pursuits both in conflict with one another. She’s such a layered character and the tension just keeps building. And then this odd excavation at the center of Lena and Isaac’s coming together, as if life events are mirroring inter-personal events, both in need of air, breath, uncovering. Remarkable writing friend.
Your writing is such that you can see the garden so cinematically--frame by frame--and then you take that bucolic scene and weave in the tension between the two women--it's masterful! xo
I can't stop saying this: What a reader you are. If only you were a film maker 💞who found this. Thank you, lovely Alisa!
Such vivid writing! My mind enjoys the imagery your words conjure as much as it enjoys how you string your words together. Splendid!
You are splendid my new virtual friend with your wonderful Substack that I am anxious to promote. xx ~ Mary
That's some beautiful writing, Mary. Particularly, the exacting punctuation. Story captivating; I've engaged...
Bain, So glad. Great read--I'd never even thought about the punctuation. Funny how even that seemingly small aspect can make a difference. I look forward to further connection ... xx
“I was zealous for pleasure without pause.” I love how you contrast this with the Scrolls; Lena’s dual pursuits both in conflict with one another. She’s such a layered character and the tension just keeps building. And then this odd excavation at the center of Lena and Isaac’s coming together, as if life events are mirroring inter-personal events, both in need of air, breath, uncovering. Remarkable writing friend.
Remarkable reading, dear friend. Such a perceptive mind. I want to hug you .... 💕.
Hug received!
“Coals of broom and woe is me.” I love the way the broom hovers around the chapter in different ways. Wonderful stuff!
Oh, such a cool comment, getting all the elliptical stuff ... xx ~ Mary
Superb writing Mary.
Lovely, Jim. So glad you are reading,
Your writing pulls the reader in, so much so, I feel I'm in that kitchen, that garden or that museum. Thanks for this experience, Mary xo
Thank you so, Isabelle, for reading and leaving such specific words about what you felt.