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Danielle's avatar

Zibby, thank you. I'm happy you enjoy writing the Substack because I like hearing your take on different things, TV, books, clothes,gadgets, and emotions like grief. How you write is so relatable. Thank you. Looking forward to your book of essays. ❤️

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lois Sharzer's avatar

I totally get "grief". It took me 10 years to get back my joy after my sister killed herself at the age of 38 leaving 3 children. She was my only sibling and I felt responsible for my parents' grief and happiness. It changed my life dramatically. I built my business through the focus and energy that grief put forth, That made me a workaaholic but successful business owner. you have to experience it to know the black hole that is leaves inside you,

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Sarah Ezrin's avatar

Sending huge hugs

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Yvonne Liu's avatar

👍👍

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Amy's avatar

I completely understand what you mean about grief -- and it will show up so unexpectedly. When you think a day might be bad, then it will be good, and vice versa. At least, that was my experience with the losses of my parents. I am so sorry, Zibby. Sending hugs.

I am already a subscriber, and I am looking forward to your essays and everything else. I STILL don't know how you do it all, how you have the energy, and I would love your insider tips and tricks for continually staying in motion. For real! I just turned 50 this year and between perimenopause and having a teenager, plus a full-time career and all the rest of life, things are HARD.

Are you attending the Tucson Festival of Books again this year -- March 2026? I'd love to see you in person again!

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Shelly Mazzanoble's avatar

SOLD! Looking forward to everything!

Grief is awful to navigate. I'm sorry you're going through it. I hope writing about it and knowing your words will help others will also help you. ❤️

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You Are Safe and You Are Loved's avatar

I believe truly that you really do do it all to help. It feels that way. And your energy is inspiring. Not that you need anyone to say this, but keep going!

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HBW's avatar

So true, so true. You are doing great work ! Keep at it👏🏻🙏🏻❤️

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Stacy Igel's avatar

Sending big big virtual hugs and so so proud of you. Right here with you.

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Denise's avatar

So many wonderful updates.

Grief will rear its head at the most unexpected moments. I lost four family members last year (separate events). I still have unexpected grief. Let it be a reminder of the love them person brought into your life. That works for me. Hugs.

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