I've read earlier versions of this, and enjoyed them, but now this is really taking a clearer shape. There's more flow and more of a thread. It deals with what I find a really interesting issue, long marriage, and the way it can take decades—or more!—to understand each other and accept each other's differences. Now there is much more information that helps us understand both husband and wife better as we read. I like this a lot.
I wish that I could express myself as well as you do. Numbers are my forte, though I have never had trouble expressing my love physically to Chuck or the boys. Glad you have discovered the cause of Pat’s reticence to show his emotions.
I've so loved reading this, Ann! I don't know if I mentioned this during our conversation, but this piece helped me feel less alone navigating one of my own relationships with a man on the spectrum. Looking forward to what chapter you're going to explore next.
Thank you, Alicia. That is my supreme hope, that as I tell my story it will find the people who need to see it, so they know they are on the right track. As I said after one of my aha moments: To be whole, to be holy, to be on the right track!
What a great story, Ann! I really enjoyed it. Very thought provoking.
Thank you so much, Julie!
I've read earlier versions of this, and enjoyed them, but now this is really taking a clearer shape. There's more flow and more of a thread. It deals with what I find a really interesting issue, long marriage, and the way it can take decades—or more!—to understand each other and accept each other's differences. Now there is much more information that helps us understand both husband and wife better as we read. I like this a lot.
Your comment means a lot. Thank you.
I wish that I could express myself as well as you do. Numbers are my forte, though I have never had trouble expressing my love physically to Chuck or the boys. Glad you have discovered the cause of Pat’s reticence to show his emotions.
Aunt Janie, I have made some changes to the memoir. I will send it by email.
I've so loved reading this, Ann! I don't know if I mentioned this during our conversation, but this piece helped me feel less alone navigating one of my own relationships with a man on the spectrum. Looking forward to what chapter you're going to explore next.
Thank you, Alicia. That is my supreme hope, that as I tell my story it will find the people who need to see it, so they know they are on the right track. As I said after one of my aha moments: To be whole, to be holy, to be on the right track!