If you were to ever create a custom pennant, it could read: "I find this ontologically and metaphorically beautiful." And russet as a verb! Language! Sweet, craggy language.
I absolutely loved your intro. It was what I needed. I lost my grandmother last month and feel like I've been russeting for months leading up to it and now, after. Sending so much love your way. I want to try taking longer walks to cry. It sounds healing.
I love the idea of russeting. Beautiful newsletter, Sarah. I don't know all you're going through, but like you mentioned, you're not alone. Thank you for being vulnerable and sharing—and relating it back to the wonderful art of children's books. You're a gem!
We're huge Helen Oxenbury, too! Never heard of Grandmother Spider Brings the Sun, but I'll be looking for it on the next trip to the library!
I had no idea that russet was a verb.
Well, this is heartbreakingly beautiful. Love you and all your russeting, friend!
If you were to ever create a custom pennant, it could read: "I find this ontologically and metaphorically beautiful." And russet as a verb! Language! Sweet, craggy language.
Russeting -- the tender healing after the cracking. I love this, friend.
I absolutely loved your intro. It was what I needed. I lost my grandmother last month and feel like I've been russeting for months leading up to it and now, after. Sending so much love your way. I want to try taking longer walks to cry. It sounds healing.
I love the idea of russeting. Beautiful newsletter, Sarah. I don't know all you're going through, but like you mentioned, you're not alone. Thank you for being vulnerable and sharing—and relating it back to the wonderful art of children's books. You're a gem!
Your words are perfection.
May I recommend another wonderful book about rhythm and drums (and just an all around lovely read about a kiddo finding their own "beat"? Natsumi (https://bookshop.org/p/books/natsumi-susan-lendroth/11302714).
Thank you, Sarah. I so needed to read this today. I’m glad that you are shameless in your sharing. It is a gift.