what an interesting thought "only knowing your parents as parents". I have recently looking back at old photos of my parents when they were young. See them before kids - party goers and lovers. It was pretty amazing to reflect on that side of their life. Love this phrase of yours.
In my first novel, The View for Delphi which later became a shortened Miss Hazel and the Rosa Parks League, many of the incidents in Hazel's story are taken directly from my mom's life. But there is so much more. Perhaps enough for another novel.
And I read and loved both of those books. I want more! And when is someone going to make the film of The Healing, The View for Delphi, or The Rosa Parks League? 🤔
Me too, love the pure and deep insight you bring summed up in the sentence, “I had only known these two people as parents, which, in the scheme of things, is not knowing somebody much at all.”
Julie, you are so kind to say. I try to to prescribe to others. Each person's story is different , but I hope there is something there that is helpful in your journey..
what an interesting thought "only knowing your parents as parents". I have recently looking back at old photos of my parents when they were young. See them before kids - party goers and lovers. It was pretty amazing to reflect on that side of their life. Love this phrase of yours.
Thank you, Joanne. It's a little humbling realizing that they had thier own stories and weren't just characters in mine.
“I had only known these two people as parents, which, in the scheme of things, is not knowing somebody much at all.”
Excellent observation. I’m glad that you were able to find two people you were able to love. Not all of us are that fortunate.
I thank god for the right therapist and parents willing to make that difficult journey with me.
I'd love for you to write a novel with your mother as the main character. What a book that would be! Be well.
In my first novel, The View for Delphi which later became a shortened Miss Hazel and the Rosa Parks League, many of the incidents in Hazel's story are taken directly from my mom's life. But there is so much more. Perhaps enough for another novel.
And I read and loved both of those books. I want more! And when is someone going to make the film of The Healing, The View for Delphi, or The Rosa Parks League? 🤔
Me too, love the pure and deep insight you bring summed up in the sentence, “I had only known these two people as parents, which, in the scheme of things, is not knowing somebody much at all.”
Thanks, Kevin. I appreciate your commenting on that.
Food for thought, very well said indeed.
Thank you, Mary Lois. Looking forward to your new book! I learn a lot by reading your memoir pieces.
Thanks for sharing the insights you have about your life and your relationships. You encourage me to examine my own.
Julie, you are so kind to say. I try to to prescribe to others. Each person's story is different , but I hope there is something there that is helpful in your journey..