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david drayer's avatar

Tracy, survivor of childhood abuse (barely) and trauma throughout my life. Doesn't adversity wear many robes? Lacking the magic wand to cure heartbreak and disease, instead, deep inside, is a light which guides us. Ease and pleasure.

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Soul Beckons Wild & Wise's avatar

Yes indeed. Thank you for your thoughtful response. Sending you waves of gratitude and love.

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Tracie Nichols's avatar

Tracy, I have to agree, that word, "progressed" is such an odd, dissonant choice. I hope the new treatment brings ease. (And, as a sister writer, I see such grace shimmering in these words—an unflinching, compassionate honesty lifted on roots of courage.)

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Soul Beckons Wild & Wise's avatar

Your kindness moves me so very much. I am so grateful to walk and write beside you! 💜

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Cherie Lee's avatar

"I can no longer do it all." Defeat, or hope? This is beautiful, Tracy. Thank you for sharing, and I'm hoping for the best with your new treatments.

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Soul Beckons Wild & Wise's avatar

Thank you so much kind friend. I hope you are having a wonderful Summer break. 💜

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Tania Ortiz Welch's avatar

I am here for you always in whichever way you need me. I love you dearly.

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Soul Beckons Wild & Wise's avatar

My heart is incredibly grateful for your presence in my life. I love you so much!

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Nancy A's avatar

Thank you for sharing your story. My journey is different, I have Essential Tremor, also progressive. I also hate the progressive word and the essential also.

I need to take your words and etch them onto my heart, as I feel much frustration and so many other things daily.

I believe writing and sharing is helpful, if for no other reason than to help ourselves. You have helped me today. ❤ I am grateful.

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Soul Beckons Wild & Wise's avatar

Thank you from my heart dear Nancy. I’m grateful we have connected here. I’m sending you gentle hugs. 💜

How long have you lived with Essential Tremor?

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Nancy A's avatar

And I'm sending you hugs as well. 💞

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Nancy A's avatar

I've had it about 15 years, I'm 60. Inherited from my mom. Her hand tremors were horrendous, so I know what is ahead of me, which leads me into some dark moments. But I want and hope to be a light to others.

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Soul Beckons Wild & Wise's avatar

My heart is with you. I can understand those dark moments. May you always know that you absolutely are truly a beacon of love and hope.

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Nancy A's avatar

As are you! 💗

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Maureen Meshenberg's avatar

Dearest Tracy,

My heart is with you, as your physical body moves through this illness. I hold you in gentle strength and love, and know most importantly, you must take care of you. Thank you for explaining all you are going through with truthfulness and deep rawness. My heart is praying that this new treatment will give you strength and relief. I am here for you poetess sister,

always. Much love, Maureen ❤️

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Soul Beckons Wild & Wise's avatar

I love and appreciate you so very much. I am so grateful to be beside you in this lifetime sweet sister. 💜

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Karen Cadiero-Kaplan's avatar

Dearest Tracy you thank for sharing your journey in such a raw, authentic and beautiful manner. You are truly a beacon of light in this path even as you navigate the shifts and changes. Wishing you peace on your path dear friend 💜🙏🏼

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Soul Beckons Wild & Wise's avatar

I am so very grateful and blessed by our connection. I hope the next time you are in town we will finally get to reunite! Love you dearly. 💜

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Lori K's avatar

Sending so much love your way. I appreciate your beautiful soul that shines through your wise words.

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