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hw's avatar

That was a fabulous read. I'm in awe of those who see hope and joy in spite of the drumbeat of madness destroying our world.

Janet G's avatar

Garnette described walking at night in New York PERFECTLY!! No one has ever encapsulated what it feels like to walk those streets, experiencing the people, the vibes, the danger, the openness like he has. Especially for those of us who are night owls. Just perfect!!! Thank you for this!!

Isaac Fitzgerald's avatar

Thank you so much for reading, Janet! 💚

Kristin Ohlson's avatar

Such a delight! And yes to "Walking is a chance to move at human pace. To move through a place and take it in at the speed at which we were meant to take things in."

Isaac Fitzgerald's avatar

I absolutely love Garnette's idea of "walking" as "moving through the world at a human pace." ❤️

Yvonne Caruthers's avatar

....“freedom we find in walking got amplified by serendipity”

So much of what your friend articulated is my experience as well, though I’m not a night walker. (Yet? hm....)

Isaac Fitzgerald's avatar

Let us know if you try out a night walk, Yvonne. 💜

Yvonne Caruthers's avatar

OK!

Patricia Brinkley's avatar

Another lovely read. It’s rich and vivid. I can smell the smells and feel the warm night air. I can “see” the encounters! Thank you for drawing me in and letting me glimpse into an incredible and most memorable night. 🙌

Isaac Fitzgerald's avatar

That you for taking the time to read the piece, Patricia. 💛

Akhila Kumaran's avatar

This was phenomenal !! Thank you for writing this!!

Isaac Fitzgerald's avatar

Thank you so much for the kind words, Akhila. 🍓