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Lynne Wyness's avatar

Building a life that is ambitious but free of expectations - phew, that really is the question isn’t it? I’ll get back to you when I’ve worked that one out! I remember the name Joss Naylor when I lived in the Lakes, I had a few friends who ran the fells. Huge respect for their endurance, it was as much as I could do to walk up them. Hope your dissertation is coming on well 😘

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Christina Golian's avatar

This same line resonated for me. Something to ponder - thank you for sharing this thought-provoking piece Bel. x

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Bel Jackson Prow's avatar

Thanks Christina xx

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Bel Jackson Prow's avatar

Thanks Lynne, yep it’s a toughie, but an interesting one to think through. If we could think of our writing in that way…. I wonder if that is journaling?! Xx

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karen byard's avatar

Beautifully written as always xx

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Bel Jackson Prow's avatar

Thank you xx

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Terry keen's avatar

That’s good Bel, love this. Thank you, Terry

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Cassie Wilkins's avatar

Oh, what a beautiful ode. Sounds like an incredible man and a wonderful legacy, but yes, I'm with you on the ambitious and yet expectation-free life. It sure feels like a tough line to walk, especially as a writer! 💜

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