I am so excited for all of the young people who have you in their world. To provide accurate information, acceptance, and your version of kindness and positivity, will go a very long way in helping kids navigate complicated ideas and feelings. Go Zoe!
Long-time reader, first time poster :). I loved this piece, Zoe! Amazing that you made space for that young person to ask such a great question. Loved your answer. I especially loved your description of your feelings as envy and celebration. I thought this perfect juxtaposition describes some of how I feel as I watch those just a tick younger than me who are figuring out important pieces about themselves and the world earlier than I did. I'm so excited for them to find themselves and a tad envious I didn't do that sooner. I definitely read your whole piece today with a mix of envy and celebration for the journey you're on right now!!! Keep it up and I'll keep being a reader (but rarely a poster, most likely).
Beautiful piece. And I am so glad that you had created enough safety for this student to ask such a profound question .
this is so precious! and love, love late night at the telegraph club!
Thank you Eryn!!
I am so excited for all of the young people who have you in their world. To provide accurate information, acceptance, and your version of kindness and positivity, will go a very long way in helping kids navigate complicated ideas and feelings. Go Zoe!
Long-time reader, first time poster :). I loved this piece, Zoe! Amazing that you made space for that young person to ask such a great question. Loved your answer. I especially loved your description of your feelings as envy and celebration. I thought this perfect juxtaposition describes some of how I feel as I watch those just a tick younger than me who are figuring out important pieces about themselves and the world earlier than I did. I'm so excited for them to find themselves and a tad envious I didn't do that sooner. I definitely read your whole piece today with a mix of envy and celebration for the journey you're on right now!!! Keep it up and I'll keep being a reader (but rarely a poster, most likely).
Thank for your thoughtful comment Diego!!