I wonder about you 449 people who are following this blog. That’s right – you.
Bonjour you there! You with your phone in your hand staring intently at these words. You with your computer in your lap just perusing away, and you there! You who probably should be working rather than checking in with me. I like you best of all, rebel, – and for the record, I support your rogue style. Carry on.
Besides a supporter of my work (thank you!) and a reader-up on the preposterously full life I lead, just exactly who are you? I mean, in the words of three-year-old Natalie many moons ago, “who are you else?”
How do I know you? When and where did we meet? What memories do we share? Do our lives still intertwine? If not, why not? Where are you now and what keeps you there? Who are your best -loved people, and how are they? What is your greatest joy these days? What are your greatest challenges and fears?
It’s a lot to answer, but let me have it, ya’ll, come and say hello – let me know what’s going on with you. I really am wondering, and would love to hear your news.
XO
Stone's Throw Away 
Like Amber, I met you and your family in South Korea. We had a fun trip to Andong and spent some time hanging out and playing board games. Our kids hung out as well, since they are all of a similar age. We’re currently at the long-distance stage of our relationship. I would say that our lives still intertwine as we chat occasionally, and I know a trip to Maine is in our future and hope a trip to visit us is in your future. My best-loved people are here with me, and we’re all adjusting to life back in the U.S. and in a new-to-us state, which could also be considered our/my biggest challenge. My greatest joy besides those three kids who call me mom is that I will be finished with grad school this July!
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We both graduate in July! Surely we should do SOMETHING to celebrate! Give your people hugs from me. Maine awaits the Smiths.
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I definitely think we should do something to celebrate. Let’s start working on a plan!
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We met in South Korea, teaching in DIS. We haven’t kept in touch as much as I’d like, even when living an hourish apart. Jason and I are currently contemplating a move to the Bangor or Portland area. He is half way through his Masters program and I graduate from UMaine in May. We would love to catch up with you and Guy. Your posts give little glimpses into your life and I enjoy your writing ALOT;)
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Hi Amber! Congrats on your upcoming graduation. It would be great to get together…how about when the ground thaws and we can grill?
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We would love that!
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Yes, that’s a tall order. We met when my kid was in kindergarten at Drinkwater. You worked in the office–obvioiusly a place holder job for you until you sorted out this writing thing! I don’t see you much, but would like to and we’ll be there next summer, so let’s get together. My people are all good–now I’m gonna go knock on wood because I’m very superstitious. BTW– I sent you an email about two weeks back congratulating you on your MFA program, etc. but didn’t hear back. I think maybe I have an old email? Love reading your stuff… carry on!
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Yes! Next summer! My email is vicki.hamlin@fivetowns.net — be in touch. xo
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