I haven’t followed you very closely Claire do this is the first I have heard of it. I’m so glad you recovered and are okay. I can relate. I finally bought a house - in Hokkaido - not Hawaii - and have been living in it for the last six months. It’s nice to finally have a home but I know what you are saying. Next time you are here - let’s hit the slopes! Happy New Year! ~ CD
Hi Chris! Long time. This is the first time I've publicly written about having cancer. I went back and forth with whether or not to write about it but in the end, decided it was my truth and I had nothing to be ashamed or scared of.
Congrats on buying a home in Hokkaido! That's amazing. I'll hit you up if I ever return to Japan again. Happy New Year! :D
I just wanted to hop on here to say how much I respect you, Claire. You have my utmost respect. It's rare to see someone be vulnerable, to be honest in their writing and in their daily lives. Thank you for what you do. I know it can be hard—maybe the hardest thing ever—with your brother in prison and all the things life throws our way. Just know that you have genuinely uplifted and motivated me, without even realizing it. —Shayla
Thank you for your very thoughtful words, Shayla! It makes me feel like this whole Substack journey has been worth it for me, and that's why I keep going. I so appreciate you as well and all of the work you do too. Happy New Year!
I haven’t followed you very closely Claire do this is the first I have heard of it. I’m so glad you recovered and are okay. I can relate. I finally bought a house - in Hokkaido - not Hawaii - and have been living in it for the last six months. It’s nice to finally have a home but I know what you are saying. Next time you are here - let’s hit the slopes! Happy New Year! ~ CD
Hi Chris! Long time. This is the first time I've publicly written about having cancer. I went back and forth with whether or not to write about it but in the end, decided it was my truth and I had nothing to be ashamed or scared of.
Congrats on buying a home in Hokkaido! That's amazing. I'll hit you up if I ever return to Japan again. Happy New Year! :D
I just wanted to hop on here to say how much I respect you, Claire. You have my utmost respect. It's rare to see someone be vulnerable, to be honest in their writing and in their daily lives. Thank you for what you do. I know it can be hard—maybe the hardest thing ever—with your brother in prison and all the things life throws our way. Just know that you have genuinely uplifted and motivated me, without even realizing it. —Shayla
Thank you for your very thoughtful words, Shayla! It makes me feel like this whole Substack journey has been worth it for me, and that's why I keep going. I so appreciate you as well and all of the work you do too. Happy New Year!
I really enjoyed this post, and I love your reflection on how writing memoir helped you see your life in a new way. I hope you have a wonderful 2025!
Thank you so much Kim, I appreciate your comment. :) happy new year. 🎊