Oh, Adam. My sincere thanks almost goes without saying; for your generosity, for using your space to share mine, and for connecting in the way that you have to the words that I’m casting out into the ether.
It’s quite the experience, actually, to read something so beautifully written about this rather intriguing woman - who I struggle to accept as being me. That said, I may steal “profoundly attentive to Life” for my bio, as that is most certainly my intention.
As to my commitment to the breach, I’m still pondering the reasoning myself, and will let you know should I land on anything definitive…so far all I know is, it’s the quietest, thinnest place I’ve found.
We might have to argue privately as to whether you have very little attention or grace, as your writing consistently suggests otherwise, but for now, again, thank you. It is a great pleasure to have met, and been met by, you.
«with a finger to the lips for silence, slowly palpitating for the life-giving vein, or, in her understated way, guiding a filament of hot solder.» This so captures the experience of reading Chloe, I found myself with a big broadening smile. Thank you, Adam, and of course, Chloe.
Adam, I’m new to Substack but somehow stumbled my way onto Chloe Hope’s work early on. Exquisite depth and sweet softness and disarming humor - it’s like she’s somehow gained more innocence with each lived experience. Pretty much impossible to express the essence of her work. And then here you go doing just that. Thank you.
Thanks, Michael. It was rewarding to write and the reception has been wonderful. And, yes, I agree completely. We should celebrate the writers who matter to us. With words. It's kind of our job. 😀 I'd be hard pressed NOT to want to read a writer's appreciation for another writer (or appreciations generally). Thanks for the note.
Oh, Adam. My sincere thanks almost goes without saying; for your generosity, for using your space to share mine, and for connecting in the way that you have to the words that I’m casting out into the ether.
It’s quite the experience, actually, to read something so beautifully written about this rather intriguing woman - who I struggle to accept as being me. That said, I may steal “profoundly attentive to Life” for my bio, as that is most certainly my intention.
As to my commitment to the breach, I’m still pondering the reasoning myself, and will let you know should I land on anything definitive…so far all I know is, it’s the quietest, thinnest place I’ve found.
We might have to argue privately as to whether you have very little attention or grace, as your writing consistently suggests otherwise, but for now, again, thank you. It is a great pleasure to have met, and been met by, you.
Highlight of my day expressing that. I'm glad it connected for you and others.
«with a finger to the lips for silence, slowly palpitating for the life-giving vein, or, in her understated way, guiding a filament of hot solder.» This so captures the experience of reading Chloe, I found myself with a big broadening smile. Thank you, Adam, and of course, Chloe.
Ditto. Thanks for the note.
You have described perfectly what it's like to read Chloe's writing.
That's wonderful to read. Thank you, Jo.
This is perfect! 🙏
Btw, I discovered you through her. It's a small world, and I find that these circles -- flocks -- form naturally in the right ways.
Adam, I’m new to Substack but somehow stumbled my way onto Chloe Hope’s work early on. Exquisite depth and sweet softness and disarming humor - it’s like she’s somehow gained more innocence with each lived experience. Pretty much impossible to express the essence of her work. And then here you go doing just that. Thank you.
“It’s like she’s somehow gained more innocence with each lived experience.” Perfect.
She’s the first thing that I read on Substack and I am so happy I did. Thank you and kudos to her and her work.
100%.
I couldn’t agree more Chloe’s writing is fantastic, her Substack is definitely one of my favourites.
And by the way I love the idea of writing a post celebrating other writers - what a wonderful idea.
Thanks, Michael. It was rewarding to write and the reception has been wonderful. And, yes, I agree completely. We should celebrate the writers who matter to us. With words. It's kind of our job. 😀 I'd be hard pressed NOT to want to read a writer's appreciation for another writer (or appreciations generally). Thanks for the note.
That’s a good point - it is kinda our job :)
Thanks Adam.
I couldn’t agree more. Never skimming, always deep diving and coming up for new air.
Couldn't agree more, Adam. Her writing is exquisitve, delicate, humorous, deep, introspective... all kinds of things that make me smile and wonder.