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Louise Morris's avatar

Happy two year Substack-versary! What a CV of beauty and words you've woven. Thank you for holding us in this space, it feels like wandering in to the most beautiful village bookshop/florist/gallery/coffee shop and I love it here xx

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Lyndsay Kaldor's avatar

Ah thank you Louise, so kind of you, I am glad you enjoyed reading my musings. You are so welcome, it is a JOY to have you here. Thank you for this magical description, it sounds like a place I would undoubtedly spend a lot of time if I could and so I am thrilled that Story & Thread. feels that way to you (now dreaming up the bricks and mortar iteration!) xx

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Hannah Hooper's avatar

Such a beautiful reflection on the multifaceted nature of writing, and what it can bring to our lives. Feeling very held by these words and reflections x

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Lyndsay Kaldor's avatar

Ah thank you for reading Hannah, I am so glad you enjoyed my writing reflections. It brings me so much joy to know that you felt held by my thoughts. I’d love to know what you feel writing/creativity brings to your life…? xx

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Claire Amritavani Brown's avatar

Thank you Lyndsay. There's such a page if swords and cups to this piece.

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Lyndsay Kaldor's avatar

Ooo really I’m intrigued, I would love to know more…xx

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Emily Smith's avatar

Happy two years my friend!! What a commitment and the fruit that your life and words have grown is beautiful indeed xx

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Lyndsay Kaldor's avatar

Ah thank you dear Emily, and thank you for being such an inspiring, kind and supportive presence throughout my Substack experience, it is so lovely to be connected here xx

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David Barton's avatar

I think the idea of writing as a witness is a beautiful one ✨

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Lyndsay Kaldor's avatar

Ah I am glad you think so David. Yes, it is a simple one but it feels really important to actively witness the landscape and the details of our lives xx

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Megan G's avatar

This is beautiful, thank you for sharing. I love the reflections on the many meanings writing holds for you, many of which resonate with me too.

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Lyndsay Kaldor's avatar

Ah thank you for reading and for your lovely comment Megan. I am so happy to hear that my reflections resonated with you too — I hadn’t planned to write this post but it felt helpful to make space to think about it all xx

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Layla O'Mara's avatar

this is such a beautiful reflection on two years of beauty that you've brought into the world Lyndsay! thank you for sharing these writing reflections too, they are wonderful xxx

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Lyndsay Kaldor's avatar

Ah thank you for saying so Layla, you are very kind. So glad to hear you enjoyed the writing reflections, something tells me they have the potential to evolve with time xx

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Layla O'Mara's avatar

I am quite sure they will! xx

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Mackenzie's avatar

Congratulations on your Substackaversary Lyndsay! 🌸💫🎉

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Lyndsay Kaldor's avatar

Thank you so much Mackenzie, I am always grateful for your support 🌷

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Emma Del Rey's avatar

I am honored to be part of your journey and I have loved connected with you. You are such an inspiration to me, I look forward to more of your writing, always.

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Lyndsay Kaldor's avatar

Ah Emma, thank you so much for having me in your brilliant publication, it was beautiful to see how you weaved our words together. You are so kind, I really appreciate your encouragement and support xx

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Emma Del Rey's avatar

Any time friend!

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Ashley Zuberi's avatar

Congratulations on two years writing! Reading your work always makes me feel so cozy and held. I love the flower mythology!

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Lyndsay Kaldor's avatar

Ah thank you Ashley, it means a lot. I really couldn't be more pleased to hear that you feel cosy and held when reading here. And YES to flower myth and lore, spring flower oracles to come soon xx

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Victoria's avatar

Gorgeous writing, as ever and congratulations on two years! I agree that the more we write, the more we notice and I’ve loved reading your words and being part of your community in a small way. Looking forward to your next chapters! xx

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Lyndsay Kaldor's avatar

Thank you Victoria! Yes it is amazing really, a well of inspiration once you get started. Thank you for being here, I am always grateful for your insights and support. Yes, there is more to come! xx

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Susan Earlam's avatar

Learning to build a writing life around childrens ever changing needs and situations is an incredible skill in itself. This was a gorgeous summery- you've done so much here! 🎂👑❤️

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Lyndsay Kaldor's avatar

Ah thank you Susan for framing it in this way, a great reminder! And thank you, I didn’t intend to write anything and then all of a sudden the thoughts came and it felt important to write it down xx

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Susan Earlam's avatar

It's good to have a record of things too!

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Lyndsay Kaldor's avatar

Yes! Agreed xx

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Stephanie Elizabeth's avatar

Celebrating you Lyndsay! 💐

What a joy it has been to read your beautiful musings these last two years. To connect, commune and collaborate with you here on substack is a delight. Your dedication to your craft, especially through these early years of motherhood is inspiring. I see you mama. Keep going! X

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Sarah Robertson's avatar

Your words remind me of how important it is to cultivate a sense of awe and wonder in our lives ✨

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Lyndsay Kaldor's avatar

Oh I am so glad Sarah, much of your work and words often inspires the same in me. Our individual lens on the world makes a difference to our experience of it, and making space for awe and wonder makes everything far more potent and inspiring xx

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