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Melissa's avatar

Oh, Maggie. This is lovely. And difficult. It reminds me that the threads that bind us reach far. I'm not a mom, but I resonate with the letting go while still feeling the need to hold close. And use your voice, Lady! I immediately went and listened to it at the point in your writing where you referenced it. Wishing both mama and bady bird a smooth transition into this next chapter ♥️

The Real Maggie Evans's avatar

Oh Melissa, thank you for taking the time to listen and read. The bittersweetness of letting go and holding close is so universal about many things!

Heather Stevenson's avatar

Such a beautiful story and song you sang Maggie!! It’s so powerful reclaiming your voice.

The Real Maggie Evans's avatar

thanks, Heather!

Mark Simmons's avatar

It was a magical moment listening to you that Sunday Maggie! Thank you for sharing, then and here.

The Real Maggie Evans's avatar

Thank you for witnessing me, Mark! So much reclamation that weekend!

MK Hughes's avatar

Thanks for such a lovely recounting of your sharing on Sunday, Maggie. Your singing that song was really beautiful.

The Real Maggie Evans's avatar

Thank you MK. I’m glad you were there to hear it!

Katie's avatar

And you shared your beautiful voice for Ava to forever hear in recording and for all…What a gift to have been in the circle with your sharing of your trust and sacred music with us. Thank you! May his quilt continue to grow in your hands and on your lap and when he receives it may you both know and remember the colors, and weaves hold love from the beginning to infinity that forever can be felt and exchanged.

The Real Maggie Evans's avatar

Thank you for your thoughtful words, Katie. Thank you for seeing me!

Juanita Lepage's avatar

I love this Maggie!

The Real Maggie Evans's avatar

Thank you, Juanita!

Gretchen Waldenberg's avatar

Oh Maggie! I love your story and fully relate to singing when no one is listening. Your bravery is inspiring! Sweet that Ave still remembers and appreciates your lullaby. A new chapter is on the horizon. Grief and Joy belong together.

Erin CK's avatar

The universe has been waiting to hear your voice again ✨️🧡

The Real Maggie Evans's avatar

Big sigh……thank you for witnessing