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Today I’m writing a thread which will be on the shorter end compared to my letters ( I know - a miracle of sorts haha)…..I’ve said that it’s going to be shorter out loud now so I’ll see can I achieve it….
I was thinking to myself, I’d love to know your opinion on a few little things…..
First off,I just want to check in on the pace of my letters… Is two newsletters going out twice a week too much for you or is it like in Goldilocks own words ‘just right??!! I don’t want you to ever feel I am invading your inbox or your life and I just would love to know what you think?
I love writing to you so I never want you to feel I’m too much in your life so to speak. Does the two letters a week feel ok to you? Are you enjoying them? Are you happy to receive them or am I off putting in sending out too many words to you? I just want to make this space the best it can be for you so it’s just good to check in with you x
I’d be so grateful for your feedback in the comments below…….
Also is there anything else you might like me to cover or change or add to this newsletter? Any topic you would like me to write more on?
What do you enjoy most about my substack? Is there anything different I can do….
I’m hoping to develop & expand my writing home here in Substack & grow my community so I would LOVE if you might recommend my writing to any of your friends….I’m so grateful when you comment on my letters as that gives me a real boost to keep writing and to know I’m writing on topics that are connecting with you…I really want to make my Substack family as inclusive and as welcoming as possible during 2023. I would be so grateful if you might continue to share my words with family or friends on topics you think might resonate with them -THANK YOU SO MUCH x I hope to never charge for my writing in here but there is an option to pledge money towards what I do which is on my page, just so you know that is there too. My intention is to hopefully always keep this space free as I feel most comfortable in that way so as long as you are here reading, I will be here writing for you and with you x Together we travel this road x
I do spend hours and days writing my letters and often write through the night to make sure my writing is the best it can be so I just want to make sure you are happy with the way I am running my substack home. If there is anything extra you would like for me or if you might have any ideas for me, I’d be so grateful as I’m always looking to improve the substack home….Is the couch cosy enough? Is the air con on or will I put a bit more turf on the fire (depends where in the world you are/!) Are there any biscuits you would like me to add to the biscuit tin? Do you feel relaxed and part of my family?
Hope you don’t mind me popping into your inbox at the weekend like this, just I’d be very grateful with your feedback. Feel free to comment below with any thoughts you might have and thanks so much for being you and for being so dedicated, supportive and encouraging with my writing. I feel the gift of communicating is why I was put on this earth so to be able to do it so freely here with you, gives me a sense of worth, value and a place in the world I wouldn’t have without you reading and your constant supportive energy. Thank you so so much!!!
Lots of love always,
Lou xxx
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I love your substack, Louise! I don’t always get a chance to get to them when they land in my inbox, but I circle back and catch up as best I can. And I love, love, love listening to you reading them. You’re right, it IS the best way to experience your words.
The only thought that comes to mind about topics is -- becoming. After a loss, after severe grief, after big life changes (chosen or unchosen), what is the process of human “becoming” after such catalysts or invitations of new birth? Of spirit? Of mind? Of true life? Of one’s physical body? Of ??? I don’t know if I’m conveying this idea/feeling very well. I just know you’ve done a lot of work on “becoming” over the last few years and it is inspiring to many. I think that even we “old enough to be your mother” folks would love to hear more.😊
Love you so much Anita..thank you for all this. I love it and yes I totally understand....thank you for being you. And thank you for being such a wonderful friend to me...How did I find you? I'm keeping you forever and ever xxxx
Love them Louise like getting a letter in my post box for me and your voice so reassuring when you're feeling anxious I'm not on FB much these days a little problem there so your substack is great for me keep it going thanks for all the work you put into it 🥰🥰🥰 loved your little sketch 😊 multi talented as always ⭐⭐⭐
Thanks so much Joan. So thrilled you are enjoying these and thank you so much for always supporting me in everyway xx some day we will be having cappuccinos together and giggling I promise x Glad I made you smile x
I love reading and listening to your letters. I’ve been busy last few weeks so I’m hit and miss but I love all your positive supportive words thank you xxx
Thank you so much Martina for all your support and big love to Ciara too. Will have sussed out hotel for Naas by the end of the week all going to plan. Love you lots and thank YOU so so much xxxx
Thank you so so much Adeline for always supporting my work and my words. You are so good to me and I'll always be so grateful to you for everything xxx
I love reading/listening to them. They are inspiring and comforting.
You book arrived on Friday and I started reading it yesterday. I love it. Granny Nancy reminds me in many ways of my own dear Grandma, gone now many years. Thank you for shari g her story.
I am sooooooooooooooo happy to hear Granny Nancy and me are with you now Wanda in Alaska....that is so special....Hope you enjoy it and thank you so so much for always supporting me in so many ways. Lots of love to you always and I look forward to bringing the Granny Nancy cup of tea tour to Alaska in the future. love lou xx
Thank you so much Skye for your support and kindness. So glad to have found you on the substack bus! Sending you lots of good vibes and smiles xx thanks a million for your support always xx
I think once or twice a week is just fine. I don't always get to listen in or to read each one, but I try to circle back when I have a few extra minutes. I agree with the other's comments on having you read the post. I love hearing your words in your voice. It adds one more level of connection. I enjoy reading/hearing your words of encouragement, inspirations from nature, and honest reflections on life and grief. It is comforting knowing that we are not alone in whatever we are going through. And we all need inspiration to "just keep looking up!"
Thank you so so much for your support Donna. It means so much to me as your comments and messages keep me motivating and focused....and I want to write/speak and communicate when I think of you and all the gang. We have forged such strong friendships, I really believe we have so much more fun ahead of us....Thank you for your beautiful message as always. love lou xxx
I don't feel it comes to my inbox too often at all, and like others have said, if the day is busy I save it for a day when I have the time to enjoy it! I don't think anything as wonderful as this substack could ever be too often.
The only other thing I would say is, I know how many hours you pour into each one, and if it would be more fulfilling and nourishing for you to write to us weekly instead of twice a week, that is still the biggest gift and gives us even more time to look forward to it while also taking care of you.
Thanks so much Lauren for your kindness, friendship and unending support to me. I will always be so grateful I found you when I did & as you know, we will be friends forever and ever.....until we are old and forgetful and then we will be friends all over again! Thanks so much for your lovely words as always and as the saying goes, thank god good people find good people. I am so so lucky I found you in this world! Granny was always brilliant at picking the best ones and you are indeed one of those. Love you lots xx
Hi Louise, Totally love the substack and your style of writing always hits the right note. Like some of the previous comments, for me anyway I don't always get to read the two during the week but I would usually read one and hold back the 2nd one until I have some spare time. That works for me. I know you pour your heart and soul into your writing and it is a big commitment , especially if you stay up really late to get each one finished (just thinking of you here Louise) but whatever you decide in the end I hope it enriches you as much as it does us the readers. I look forward to reading each week anyway as its akin to a lovely chat with a dear friend and that's so comforting and special. Lots of love. Martina.
Awww love you lots Martina and I'm so glad you hear me closeby when you are reading/listening to them. Thanks so so much for your support and kindness always and for being such an encourager of my work. Sending you lots of love always xxx
Hi Louise, for me I just love to listen to your voice rather than read your sub stacks. It keeps me up to date with what you’ve been up to and if I need cheering up along the way too. I love the pictures also!! Anything else is a bonus they say. ☘️🦋🌈💚🐞🪶 Keep up the great work that you are doing Louise!! Looking forward to whatever surprises you always take time to share with us all of which I’m truly thankful!!
I can never get enough of your writing and words of light and love! But I’m thinking, so you can get some sleep, maybe a short one you can write in daylight hours or before bed once a week, and one longer one. I think those of us who are Facebook family members (I’d venture to say most of us,) find your Facebook lives to be a sort of podcast in itself and you don’t need to stay up all night for that. Facebook lives are your limelight too, where wisdom often comes out spontaneously. So maybe save some of that all nighter energy for that?
Loneliness is a big topic but I feel since covid lots of people are
We stopped socialising and even places we could go shut
Some didn't open again so I think lots of people say good bye to family in the morning and see no one till the evening It's hard too for older parents to admit they are lonely to their adult childern as they will look needy or clingy so that's my tuppence worth Lou
I love your letters twice a week. They give me hope and encouragement and I will never tire of them. They are like my therapy on bad days so I am forever grateful for them and you of course x
Keep writing Lou. Lovely to receive today thanks for being you xx
Thank you so much Eimear....Thank you for believing in me xx
Love your substack louise.
Thank you so much Imelda...with me since the start...I appreciate your words, time and friendship so much x
Keep up your good work
Thank you so much Imeda x
You make that easy. Love your writing
Thanks so much Eimear x
I love your substack, Louise! I don’t always get a chance to get to them when they land in my inbox, but I circle back and catch up as best I can. And I love, love, love listening to you reading them. You’re right, it IS the best way to experience your words.
The only thought that comes to mind about topics is -- becoming. After a loss, after severe grief, after big life changes (chosen or unchosen), what is the process of human “becoming” after such catalysts or invitations of new birth? Of spirit? Of mind? Of true life? Of one’s physical body? Of ??? I don’t know if I’m conveying this idea/feeling very well. I just know you’ve done a lot of work on “becoming” over the last few years and it is inspiring to many. I think that even we “old enough to be your mother” folks would love to hear more.😊
Love you, Lou!
Love you so much Anita..thank you for all this. I love it and yes I totally understand....thank you for being you. And thank you for being such a wonderful friend to me...How did I find you? I'm keeping you forever and ever xxxx
Love them Louise like getting a letter in my post box for me and your voice so reassuring when you're feeling anxious I'm not on FB much these days a little problem there so your substack is great for me keep it going thanks for all the work you put into it 🥰🥰🥰 loved your little sketch 😊 multi talented as always ⭐⭐⭐
Thanks so much Joan. So thrilled you are enjoying these and thank you so much for always supporting me in everyway xx some day we will be having cappuccinos together and giggling I promise x Glad I made you smile x
I love your substack Louise and look forward to hearing from you twice a week. You are an inspiration to all of us 💕xx
Thank you so much Helen for always supporting me in everything I do, I appreciate your friendship so much xx
I love reading and listening to your letters. I’ve been busy last few weeks so I’m hit and miss but I love all your positive supportive words thank you xxx
Thank you so much Martha..Love you lots and could never thank you for all you do for me. So lucky to have you in my life x
Love getting them Louise.
It feels like I'm sitting beside you as I read them. Very thought provoking I find in a good way.Keep up the good work.See you in Moate please god xx
Thank you so much Martina for all your support and big love to Ciara too. Will have sussed out hotel for Naas by the end of the week all going to plan. Love you lots and thank YOU so so much xxxx
I love reading listening to your substack . You keep us all going. You're inspirations to us all xx
Thank you so so much Adeline for always supporting my work and my words. You are so good to me and I'll always be so grateful to you for everything xxx
I love reading/listening to them. They are inspiring and comforting.
You book arrived on Friday and I started reading it yesterday. I love it. Granny Nancy reminds me in many ways of my own dear Grandma, gone now many years. Thank you for shari g her story.
I am sooooooooooooooo happy to hear Granny Nancy and me are with you now Wanda in Alaska....that is so special....Hope you enjoy it and thank you so so much for always supporting me in so many ways. Lots of love to you always and I look forward to bringing the Granny Nancy cup of tea tour to Alaska in the future. love lou xx
I enjoy your newsletter! I don't find it to be too frequent at all. Keep shining!
Thank you so much Skye for your support and kindness. So glad to have found you on the substack bus! Sending you lots of good vibes and smiles xx thanks a million for your support always xx
Hi Louise,
I think once or twice a week is just fine. I don't always get to listen in or to read each one, but I try to circle back when I have a few extra minutes. I agree with the other's comments on having you read the post. I love hearing your words in your voice. It adds one more level of connection. I enjoy reading/hearing your words of encouragement, inspirations from nature, and honest reflections on life and grief. It is comforting knowing that we are not alone in whatever we are going through. And we all need inspiration to "just keep looking up!"
All the best,
Donna
Thank you so so much for your support Donna. It means so much to me as your comments and messages keep me motivating and focused....and I want to write/speak and communicate when I think of you and all the gang. We have forged such strong friendships, I really believe we have so much more fun ahead of us....Thank you for your beautiful message as always. love lou xxx
I don't feel it comes to my inbox too often at all, and like others have said, if the day is busy I save it for a day when I have the time to enjoy it! I don't think anything as wonderful as this substack could ever be too often.
The only other thing I would say is, I know how many hours you pour into each one, and if it would be more fulfilling and nourishing for you to write to us weekly instead of twice a week, that is still the biggest gift and gives us even more time to look forward to it while also taking care of you.
Keep shining your light, Lou! Love you! xx
Thanks so much Lauren for your kindness, friendship and unending support to me. I will always be so grateful I found you when I did & as you know, we will be friends forever and ever.....until we are old and forgetful and then we will be friends all over again! Thanks so much for your lovely words as always and as the saying goes, thank god good people find good people. I am so so lucky I found you in this world! Granny was always brilliant at picking the best ones and you are indeed one of those. Love you lots xx
Crying reading this, in the most "my heart is full" kind of way xoxo
With being back at work I don’t get to catch up as often but I do get to them so I do enjoy seeing them in my inbox . Keep up the good work 👏
Thanks so much Corinne. Sending you lots of love and thank you for always being on the Lou team xxx
Hi Louise, Totally love the substack and your style of writing always hits the right note. Like some of the previous comments, for me anyway I don't always get to read the two during the week but I would usually read one and hold back the 2nd one until I have some spare time. That works for me. I know you pour your heart and soul into your writing and it is a big commitment , especially if you stay up really late to get each one finished (just thinking of you here Louise) but whatever you decide in the end I hope it enriches you as much as it does us the readers. I look forward to reading each week anyway as its akin to a lovely chat with a dear friend and that's so comforting and special. Lots of love. Martina.
Awww love you lots Martina and I'm so glad you hear me closeby when you are reading/listening to them. Thanks so so much for your support and kindness always and for being such an encourager of my work. Sending you lots of love always xxx
Hi Louise, for me I just love to listen to your voice rather than read your sub stacks. It keeps me up to date with what you’ve been up to and if I need cheering up along the way too. I love the pictures also!! Anything else is a bonus they say. ☘️🦋🌈💚🐞🪶 Keep up the great work that you are doing Louise!! Looking forward to whatever surprises you always take time to share with us all of which I’m truly thankful!!
I can never get enough of your writing and words of light and love! But I’m thinking, so you can get some sleep, maybe a short one you can write in daylight hours or before bed once a week, and one longer one. I think those of us who are Facebook family members (I’d venture to say most of us,) find your Facebook lives to be a sort of podcast in itself and you don’t need to stay up all night for that. Facebook lives are your limelight too, where wisdom often comes out spontaneously. So maybe save some of that all nighter energy for that?
I think I said before Lou I'm way behind
But I will always get back n listen if I can
Loneliness is a big topic but I feel since covid lots of people are
We stopped socialising and even places we could go shut
Some didn't open again so I think lots of people say good bye to family in the morning and see no one till the evening It's hard too for older parents to admit they are lonely to their adult childern as they will look needy or clingy so that's my tuppence worth Lou
I love your letters twice a week. They give me hope and encouragement and I will never tire of them. They are like my therapy on bad days so I am forever grateful for them and you of course x