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LaShunta (L. Hoover, Writer)'s avatar

Such a good read, ❤️

Erin Strybis's avatar

I'm glad it resonated. Thank you for reading! 💗

Callie R. Feyen's avatar

Thank you very much for your gorgeous and generous endorsement, Erin.

And thank you for sharing your thoughts on Theo of Golden. I am reading it now and thought perhaps this book isn't for me. However, after reading what you wrote about the story, I know I will read with fresh eyes...which is kind of the point, yeah? :)

Erin Strybis's avatar

You're welcome, Callie! Thank you for writing such a beautiful book. I've enjoyed it very much and I'll drop the review on Amazon soon. Yes, Theo of Golden has such a beautiful message 💗

Jessica Folkema's avatar

"How would our world change if we paused to really listen to each other’s stories? Perhaps we could rewrite our collective narrative." Yes, yes. This is such a good, hope-filled word, friend. I'm grateful for you and the ways you walk through the world with an open heart. ❤️

Erin Strybis's avatar

Thank you, Jess! To seeking and creating hope 💗

Fay Gordon's avatar

Beautiful and encouraging, Erin. Yes-- those wild catches we try to hold onto! And Olivia Dean on repeat here, too!

Erin Strybis's avatar

Thank you, Fay! Yes, I love her voice 💕

Erin Mount's avatar

Thank you so much for sharing this, Erin.

Erin Strybis's avatar

Thanks for reading, Erin 💕

Melissa Kutsche's avatar

Beautiful post, friend. I loved the glimpse of friendship building. (I also loved the image of you as a fisherman with a wild catch—such a true comparison!) With you in looking for and clinging to bits of hope. ❤️

Erin Strybis's avatar

Thank you, Melissa! 💗

Stacy Bronec's avatar

I loved The People We Meet on Vacation! I actually liked the movie better than the book! Perfect rom-com.

Erin Strybis's avatar

Yes, the movie was such a delight! I've read more Emily Henry books are coming to the screen as rom-coms and I can't wait. 💕

Kimberly Knowle - Zeller's avatar

yes, yes, yes, friend. With you in it all and grateful for your words and voice and the hope you offer. As does Theo!

Erin Strybis's avatar

Thank you, friend 💗

Megan Hogg's avatar

"This isn’t a time for silence, yet I’ve been paralyzed by writer’s block, afraid my voice will be too much for some and not enough for others." -- This is 100% how I feel too, Erin. Your words in this post were perfect for me today. And it has inspired me to post a poem that I've been working on, so thank you! I'm also looking forward to reading Theo of Golden... it's on my library holds list. Sending you love from NC! :)

Erin Strybis's avatar

Megan, I'm glad my words resonated with you. And I thought your poem was brave and insightful. Sending love back your way!

Megan Hogg's avatar

Thank you Erin!! ❤️

Nadia Shahbaz's avatar

A true balm on this day. Thank you for crafting this wonderful post and sharing it.

Erin Strybis's avatar

Thank you for reading and sharing with me, Nadia 💗