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Catherine Dorian's avatar

A poignant, cohesive, but expansive narrative about the painful but somewhat expected atrophy of friendship over time. Beautiful essay, Shelby Skumanich!

Shelby Marie Skumanich's avatar

Thank you so much, Catherine! I appreciate it so much.

Jennifer Hurst's avatar

Of course, decades aren’t enough to comb the tangles even if the basement contents go to the dumpster. Great recognition, love the writing. Thanks.

Shelby Marie Skumanich's avatar

It's so true. Thank you for reading, Jennifer.

Patty C.'s avatar

Beautiful writing, well- told story with fabulous descriptions that are so tactile my whole body itched after every visit to the messy house. Thanks for a great ride

Shelby Marie Skumanich's avatar

Thank you, Patty! It was an itchy place to be and I am glad that I was able to convey the experience of being there to readers.

Fifth Brain Collective's avatar

So much pet hair in these feelings. Beautifully written!