Your dad's bouquet of dahlias description is so beautiful — and the fact that you're here, writing, after everything the last few years held, is its own kind of bouquet. So glad you found this corner 💙
What a tough time you had last year, with your father, your daughter. I can't imagine how you went through it. I'm totally with you on wanting to leave some mark, a good scent from a bouquet of pretty flowers. Especially your dad's. 💕 🙏
Welcome to Substack, Catherine! I’m sorry for your loss. Your dad sounds like a wonderful man. I’m in my second decade of writing about my own dad since his death. Still unpacking the connections.
Well… this resonates!! Nice to connect with other AAPI writers here. I look forward to reading more of your work and hope you enjoy mine too. 🫶🏼
Thank you, @SusieChow! I can't wait to check out your work as AAPI writers have a special place in my heart. ❤️
This is such an inspirational use of Substack, Catherine! I look forward to learning more about your dad and you!
Thank you for your kind words Diane! ❤️ I so appreciate your support.
Your dad's bouquet of dahlias description is so beautiful — and the fact that you're here, writing, after everything the last few years held, is its own kind of bouquet. So glad you found this corner 💙
Thank you so much, Yanyu! 🙏 Your words mean a lot to me.
“Resemble a bouquet of flowers not a…” what a great comment and philosophy. He made me laugh. I like your dad.
Thank you, Lisa. ❤️ If you had gotten to know him before he started to decline, you would’ve been great friends.
What a tough time you had last year, with your father, your daughter. I can't imagine how you went through it. I'm totally with you on wanting to leave some mark, a good scent from a bouquet of pretty flowers. Especially your dad's. 💕 🙏
Welcome to Substack, Catherine! I’m sorry for your loss. Your dad sounds like a wonderful man. I’m in my second decade of writing about my own dad since his death. Still unpacking the connections.