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Damon Dean, SevenAcreSky's avatar

Masterfully shared Eric. Your writing affirms a closely held belief of mine, that writing can be an outline of ideas, like girders for a building, upon which thoughts are fastened like panels with bolts called words holding them there. Some writing must be that way.

But the best writing is like a quilt, each square a thought, the patterns on each square the words, and the stitching? The stitching is the constant ever-moving passion and deep-hearted purpose from the writer's soul that holds everything said together. It is a work of love and art.

This post, Eric, is best writing.

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J. Eric Wilson's avatar

Thanks Dean. I love this metaphor and hope you don't mind me using it in the future.

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Jason Fisher's avatar

Such a powerful passage you've written, Eric. You transport the reader into your shoes. Beautiful storytelling and such a spot-on message. Thinking of you, my friend.

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J. Eric Wilson's avatar

Jason, I know you and your family have endured your own life-altering challenges, so your kind words are meaningful. Thank you for reading this and sharing.

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Tynesia Boyea-Robinson's avatar

Thank you for bravely sharing your journey, Eric. FWIW I was inspired by you before I knew you had cancer. People are drawn to your warmth, humor, and insights. I’m grateful for our friendship and am here if you need me, especially if it involves a dance party!

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J. Eric Wilson's avatar

Thanks for the kind words. I’m also grateful for our friendship and ready for a dance party or dance off, whichever you prefer. 🕺

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Lauren Hughes's avatar

Eric, so carefully and beautifully crafted. I wish you didn't have to walk this journey, and I'm so grateful you're sharing it with us. <3

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Walter Roettger's avatar

Very thoughtful and rich; thanks. You keep growing.

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Roger Osorio's avatar

Thank you for sharing this, Eric. This essay sheds incredible light on your journey and perspective. You didn't choose cancer, but it's clear you are choosing how to experience it.

Make life great! 💪

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Karen DiPippa's avatar

From the soul comes this poetry of openness and awareness.

Thank you for sharing your soul.

In time, I trust with your spirit, your identiy will return to you. perhaps not as it was but as it has evolved.

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J. Eric Wilson's avatar

Thanks Mrs. DiPippa...for the record, I'll never be comfortable calling you Karen. You will always be my oldest friend's Mom, and the woman who always welcomed me into your home, from childhood to adulthood. So many great meals!

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Karen DiPippa's avatar

Thanks Eric. That is so kind. and i know there are some people I cannot bring myself to call by first names either. However, I'll answer to most names :).

and it was not only great but fun to have you over.. so thanks again & ciao for now until another next meal!

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Damon Dean, SevenAcreSky's avatar

Yes, you may certainly use it.

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Claire Gibson's avatar

Beautiful, open hearted writing ❤️

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J. Eric Wilson's avatar

That means a whoooooooole lot coming from you.

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