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perfectlight's avatar

glad to hear you're ok and fair play for mentioning those who helped you emotionally

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Stella Kalaw's avatar

Thank you, perfectlight!

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Shital Morjaria (she/her)'s avatar

Sorry to hear that you were sick with Covid. Glad you are getting better Stella. Do take care. Always happy to read your posts. Infact I look forward to them on Sundays!

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Stella Kalaw's avatar

Thank you, Shital. I'm so happy to hear that. I appreciate you sharing this with me.

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Ann Collins's avatar

What a beautifully curated collection, Stella. You are so right about encouragement--we humans thrive on hope! I'm so glad you're recovering from COVID. Thank you for keeping the cycle of inspiration going with this collection of great links.

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Stella Kalaw's avatar

Thank you, Ann! A flicker of hope gives us the courage to rise up and take another step, or just look forward to another day with fresh eyes, mind and heart. I certainly needed it when I was down with Covid.

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Beth T (BethOfAus)'s avatar

Another lovely read. I’m so glad you’re recovering well (enough) from the dreaded lurgy. I’m glad it gave you time to relax and enjoy some of the amazing artists and authors on this amazing site. I love the things you’ve shared. So much food for thought. Take care dear Stella. Sending heaps of healing hugs and best wishes.

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Stella Kalaw's avatar

Thank you for the healing hugs, Beth! I love it.

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The Braver Mom's avatar

I love Rebecca Holden! I am starting to do some collage to release the need to create something amidst hectic everyday. I think it is through your stack that I got the idea. That first collage reminds me of Mondo Duplantis and EJ Obiena. So timely.

Glad you're well now. Happy Sunday!

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Stella Kalaw's avatar

Thank you! I'm so glad to hear you've started collaging! It's an incredibly accessible and forgiving medium plus sustainable in the long term. I had to look up Mondo Duplantis and EJ Obiena (who happens to be Filipino!) Wonderful athletes.

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Sheila Moeschen's avatar

Glad you're on the mend! Thank you for this lovely and thoughtful read! X!

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Stella Kalaw's avatar

Thank you for chiming in, Sheila! I appreciate it.

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Jenny Reilly's avatar

Thank you for these reflections. Especially as you have been recovering.

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Stella Kalaw's avatar

Thank you so much, Jenny! Safe travels to you. Stay cool and hydrated as it is hot out there. Take care!

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Susanne Helmert's avatar

I am glad to hear you are feeling better! And I feel honored to find my post amongst these amazing artist. I love the comic on introverts! Thank you for sharing!

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Stella Kalaw's avatar

Oh, Susanne. Your pictures were a true delight. They brightened my day. Thank you.

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Zachary Ayotte's avatar

Glad you are on the mend, Stella. What a great quote from Rainn Wilson. I remember listening to an interview with him a few years ago and feeling awed by the way his mind works—very patient and considered. This was lovely to read this morning.

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Stella Kalaw's avatar

Good Morning and Thank you, Zachary! I do love the way Rainn Wilson thinks. I pay attention whenever he's being interviewed as he has so much insight about life and art. Your Jasper piece was one that I also read while I was recovering. I loved the photos of your mom and the ones you made while you were at the park. Thank you for sharing them. Jasper has been on my list to visit and that's why it saddened me when I read about the wildfire. It'll take some time for the city to rebuild and the regrowth of the areas that were scorched. California wildfires have also been active the last several years and I often wonder what the future holds for this region.

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Zachary Ayotte's avatar

<3 When you make it to Jasper I will gladly meet you there.

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Stella Kalaw's avatar

Sounds good, Zachary. So kind of you to offer. Thank you 🙏

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Anne Silver Mondinot's avatar

Dear Stella, I’m happy to hear that you’re feeling better, or at least moving in that direction. You’re right that healing takes time. It can be hard to be patient, but you’ll get there. A negative test is a great sign. Thank you so much for this post. I love your pole vaulter! We’ve been very into the Olympics this year and have gotten to see cycling and golf competitions. And a huge thank you for mentioning me and my post from last week. What a beautiful and kind surprise. I’m honored. ♥️

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Stella Kalaw's avatar

My pleasure, Anne! I've always loved your work and your embrace of experimentation and alternative processes. Always inspiring! So good to hear that you've gotten your Olympic fix especially because its in Paris. I can't believe it's almost over. I am looking forward to watching the closing ceremonies on Sunday.

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Duane Toops's avatar

Thanks so much for including me in this stunning collection along side your beautiful and earnest thought! So glad our paths crossed here!

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Stella Kalaw's avatar

My pleasure, Duane. Thank you for lifting my spirits when I needed it. Let us both continue to create our collages and writing/type our thoughts down. It's our way of giving back to the world.

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Duane Toops's avatar

The feeling is absolutely mutual! Let’s do this!

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Rebecca Holden's avatar

Such a heartening post, full of harnessed strength and power!

Gosh, I'm so sorry that you've had Covid. I haven't had it (yet!) but there's a whole load of it about at the moment. Hope you're back up to strength jolly soon.

Thank you so much for the mention - you're very kind! 😘

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Stella Kalaw's avatar

Thank you, Rebecca! you're a wonderful storyteller and artist. I always look forward to your newsletter every weekend. So glad to hear you haven't had Covid. I hope it stays that way as it sucks to get sick. Be well and enjoy the rest of the summer!

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Rebecca Holden's avatar

😘

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