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Sharon Kelly Hake's avatar

I loved this beautifully written essay. I can relate in so many ways but also realize that I have never reached the level of clarity that you have, Robert. Your essay is helping me do that. Thank you.

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Johnny's View's avatar

I had to read it a second time. Robert, words can't express how beautiful I think this piece is.It came straight from your heart. Every word. It took my breath away. I can relate to everything you said in such a profoundly personal way. Each word begs for the next. Thanks again. 💙

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Johnny's View's avatar

"I stopped trying to erase the past and started learning how to hold it without letting it hold me. Not every story needs a resolution. Sometimes, the power is in the lingering." - A masterfully written, beautiful piece by one of the best writers out there! I will highly consider becoming a PAID subsriber, because I would like to support your work. Thank you so much for sharing this; Well done. 💙💯

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Robert M. Ford's avatar

Thank you so much for your kind words. That really means a lot. This essay touches on something deeply personal for me—learning to hold onto the past without letting it hold me.

Resentment has a way of settling in quietly, sometimes without us even realizing it. That breakthrough moment felt like setting down a weight I hadn’t even known I was carrying.

I’m truly grateful this piece resonated with you. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. 💙

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Robert M. Ford's avatar

We need to agree to disagree on that one, Sharon. Your decision to leave your corporate career and found Great Dames, and all that you've done since then shows a clarity of purpose beyond words.

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