Thank you so very much, Bill. To be honest, when I revisit this piece, I feel inadequate as a writer — because sometimes I'm amazed that I wrote it at all, and then I think, "Wow, if only I were skilled enough to write stuff like that consistently." If only.

I remember listening for a whole weekend to a nostalgic Adele song (on loop) to get myself to cry. Purposely. This was written from that tearful place. ;) I guess I just channeled pure emotion. And so much of it.

I appreciate your kind words — and the nudge to realize that I have given this world something. I truly hope so. Thank you again, and I wish you more blessings of love's magic in your own life.