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While I’m not sure this newsletter (read: me) could ever commit to a central theme, here is what you can expect in this place. I will share my stories in hopes you may find greater clarity in yours. I will talk about what pains me in an attempt to soothe the pain you feel. I will update you on the hilarious anguish of my creative pursuits, such as learning to sing and what it feels like to sound bad, very bad — because I also want to make you laugh. I will send you art that inspires me and music that moves me. I will do my best to be honest with you, myself, and the very rude voice inside my head who loves me but often makes up lies about us both.

Now that I am reading this back, I suppose this newsletter is a sort of prayer. A friendly whisper among the tall grass. A confession of my relentless love for the world. A walk with a friend as she unfolds what’s on her mind.

So if you’re ready to take a stroll with me, go ahead and subscribe.

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