Thanks, really touching essay. Unapolagetically human. We all have thougths and struggles that are uncomfortable to share, and the fact you can do so with such eloquence is truly impressive.
We all struggle with striking balance, between commitments, responsibilities, guilt and our human condition. This essay captures all of it, in such a masterful way and resonates with people that really care.
I've had conversations over the years with my mom about her aging parents and this felt so familiar.
I really enjoyed reading this! The way you articulate envy, guilt, and survival are so relatable, and wonderfully balanced with your light-hearted observations and commentary. Thank you for writing this and sharing.
Glad that you published this Shobhana. Even though we've been on a few Zoom calls together, feels like I have so much more context into your life (the power of personal essays). Mulling over the theme of feeling envy in loving relationships, and the different ways to make sense of that.
Thanks, really touching essay. Unapolagetically human. We all have thougths and struggles that are uncomfortable to share, and the fact you can do so with such eloquence is truly impressive.
We all struggle with striking balance, between commitments, responsibilities, guilt and our human condition. This essay captures all of it, in such a masterful way and resonates with people that really care.
I've had conversations over the years with my mom about her aging parents and this felt so familiar.
Thank you writing this.
I really enjoyed reading this! The way you articulate envy, guilt, and survival are so relatable, and wonderfully balanced with your light-hearted observations and commentary. Thank you for writing this and sharing.
Glad that you published this Shobhana. Even though we've been on a few Zoom calls together, feels like I have so much more context into your life (the power of personal essays). Mulling over the theme of feeling envy in loving relationships, and the different ways to make sense of that.
I wish I had the foresight to read this out loud, to savor every scene you painted so brightly here. Thank you for this beautiful piece <3