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David Wolosik's avatar

Another essay that elicits some reflection. Thank you.

Jenna Stocker's avatar

Thank you for taking the time to read and comment!

David Wolosik's avatar

You're welcome.

Jim McCraigh's avatar

What an insightful look at what's happening these days.... loved the photos!

Jenna Stocker's avatar

Thanks, Jim! It's one of my favorite parts of writing. I usually get lost combing through vintage photos. Another world.

Reluctance's avatar

Hey Jenna,

Your waning summer reflections are a timely feast for the soul. Keep searching for the truth; it's great fun for us regular readers! I'm sure the people that should care about you think you are quite special (read: super amazing!). Any more adoration than that and you may end up face down in a hot tub.

Jenna Stocker's avatar

I think you're on to it about the changing seasons, longer afternoon shadows, and the first turning of leaves (at least here in Minnesota) that urges contemplation. Time marches on. Thank you for reading through my zig-zag writing. I always figure the latest one is the one where everyone will jump ship! But, I have an aversion to hot tubs, so maybe there's hope for me yet.

Will G's avatar

I truly appreciate your writing. All we can ultimately do is be true to ourselves and accountable to God. Everything you write causes me to think and reflect. Hail to the Square Peg Society.

Jenna Stocker's avatar

Thanks a lot, Will. It means a lot. Much of the time I feel like I'm out in the wilderness talking to myself, so feedback is nice to hear, especially such kind words. And I'll punch my ticket to that club. But then I remember the old Groucho Marx quote about clubs...haha.

Noah Whiteflag's avatar

Jenna,

“I wished to be special to something and someone.” Your wish came true! You are special to many – your family I’m sure & the people who look forward to reading your essays that you have yet to physically meet. Your essays are much more than rambling written thoughts. Your writings are like a deep mine with veins of gold that reaches into the subliminal core of the human experience. We sincerely appreciate the little gems you share. We are all richer for your time & efforts.

Thank you, please continue to write…

Jenna Stocker's avatar

I appreciate the kindness and support very much. I suppose I can’t control how anyone takes me or my writing — all I can do is be and keep trying to stay on a path that brings me closer to truth. Everyone who reads and comments helps us all get there or at least nearer to it. Thank you for this.

James Ron's avatar

I enjoyed this read very much, Jenna.

Jenna Stocker's avatar

Thank you, James. I appreciate your taking the time to read my work.

Theodore Olson's avatar

This landed on me with a thud. Any normal person should see himself in it. Both eye and object. Jenna, as long as there is sense to be made, and a soul to wrangle it, I expect you to do it. If you stop, why, so help me .. you just better not.

Jenna Stocker's avatar

What wonderfully kind words. Your generosity amazes me.

David Shane's avatar

Had never really noticed the lyrics of that song before. (I never really got into Dylan.)

Jenna Stocker's avatar

It's never too late to explore, David!

Jeff Johnson's avatar

Yes, spiritual liberation is where true freedom is found. "So Christ has truly set us free. Now make sure that you stay free, and don’t get tied up again in slavery to the law." Galatians 5:1

Jenna Stocker's avatar

Inspiring verse. Thank you for sharing it here, and of course for reading Jeff.

Jeff Johnson's avatar

It is my pleasure to read your excellent writing!

Jenna Stocker's avatar

Once again, you have me blushing. I am deeply humbled. Thank you.

Ed Newman's avatar

Rich, rewarding read. You are to be commended for this effort to capture an insight so vast and so fleeting.

Jenna Stocker's avatar

Well, I try. Mostly fail but I do try my best. Thank you, sir.

Dave Shiflett's avatar

Free at last!

Email soon

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Jenna Stocker's avatar

Thank you. I apologize for the too long time between.