Thank you, Grace. It was cathartic to tell the story. I remember I had physical reactions when I first penned the draft a year ago. When I revised it for publication, I was able to look at my own story with relative calmness, thanks to the EMDR session my therapist gave me to heal this traumatic memory.
What a powerful piece, Louisa, and so beautifully written. I know the personal cost to you of writing such a vulnerable essay. It takes a lot of courage and I am in awe of how you brought it to the page for your readers. Your awareness of how the gweilo became the antidote to the "goldfish uncles," your idea of a savior, is perfectly understandable in the context you present here. I look forward to the next installment.
Bearing witness, sitting alongside and reading every word, dear Louisa. I see you, and respect the painful details you're walking through.xo
Thank you so much for your witnessing, Victoria! I appreciate you ❤️🙏
Sending a hug Louisa. ❤️
Glad you can get those stories out.
Thank you, Grace. It was cathartic to tell the story. I remember I had physical reactions when I first penned the draft a year ago. When I revised it for publication, I was able to look at my own story with relative calmness, thanks to the EMDR session my therapist gave me to heal this traumatic memory.
What a powerful piece, Louisa, and so beautifully written. I know the personal cost to you of writing such a vulnerable essay. It takes a lot of courage and I am in awe of how you brought it to the page for your readers. Your awareness of how the gweilo became the antidote to the "goldfish uncles," your idea of a savior, is perfectly understandable in the context you present here. I look forward to the next installment.