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.
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.
«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.
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.
Chloe's post today 9-29-24 blew me away -- be sure not to miss it. I found her long ago but wanted to come back here to agree with you and salute you! xx ~ Mary
Adam, I don’t know if you will see this,I wanted to highlight two of your comments that I found while wandering around in your archives ( thanks to your ‘gift’). I arrived at your Substack sometime in September of last year, but never commented. I was so new (followed one of my favorite fictional authors here) I really didn’t understand who was allowed to comment. So I quietly read, and kept to myself. Your personal notes on Chloe Hope; Death and Birds, 8/23/23;
I read your thoughts and feelings, while reflecting back on my own beginnings reading D&B . Around that same time. Here we are over one year later;
“ Her work is unusual. She is unusual: Dickensonian, precise, calm, 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.” Though I would add , as I’m sure you have noticed, in that period of time, her ability to touch each of our life’s individually, has reached the stars and beyond. Every time I read a new offering ,I find myself shaking my head in disbelief, you probably know the feeling. Chloe and I have flung our hearts across an ocean to form a bond that I have no doubt, will last a lifetime. From a very personal place, I wanted to bring your words back in front of you, each paragraph. They were and still are, beautifully perfect. Substack is a strange and wonderful place.
And this one; you are responding to Michael Edward 8/23/23 (same post);
Curious to know if you remember this remark, seems to be the bright sparks in your mind that has given birth to “best words, best order“ ;
“… 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).”
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.
You have described perfectly what it's like to read Chloe's writing.
That's wonderful to read. Thank you, Jo.
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.
«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.
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.
I couldn’t agree more. Never skimming, always deep diving and coming up for new air.
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.
Couldn't agree more, Adam. Her writing is exquisitve, delicate, humorous, deep, introspective... all kinds of things that make me smile and wonder.
Chloe's post today 9-29-24 blew me away -- be sure not to miss it. I found her long ago but wanted to come back here to agree with you and salute you! xx ~ Mary
Adam, I don’t know if you will see this,I wanted to highlight two of your comments that I found while wandering around in your archives ( thanks to your ‘gift’). I arrived at your Substack sometime in September of last year, but never commented. I was so new (followed one of my favorite fictional authors here) I really didn’t understand who was allowed to comment. So I quietly read, and kept to myself. Your personal notes on Chloe Hope; Death and Birds, 8/23/23;
I read your thoughts and feelings, while reflecting back on my own beginnings reading D&B . Around that same time. Here we are over one year later;
“ Her work is unusual. She is unusual: Dickensonian, precise, calm, 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.” Though I would add , as I’m sure you have noticed, in that period of time, her ability to touch each of our life’s individually, has reached the stars and beyond. Every time I read a new offering ,I find myself shaking my head in disbelief, you probably know the feeling. Chloe and I have flung our hearts across an ocean to form a bond that I have no doubt, will last a lifetime. From a very personal place, I wanted to bring your words back in front of you, each paragraph. They were and still are, beautifully perfect. Substack is a strange and wonderful place.
And this one; you are responding to Michael Edward 8/23/23 (same post);
Curious to know if you remember this remark, seems to be the bright sparks in your mind that has given birth to “best words, best order“ ;
“… 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).”