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Kim F's avatar

Hanif, I noticed that most of your readers see you as a writer rather than a disabled person. The bulk of the questions regarded your writing expertise and experience. I don't know if that gave you any comfort, but to me it was notable and touching.

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Elizabeth Grey's avatar

This comment may make you wish I were in front of you so you could ask someone to kick me in my shins and witness it, and I wouldn’t blame you a bit. But I’m going to say it anyway.

You’re doing a lot better than you’re feeling.

Your work continues to be gorgeous and interesting and you’re prolific.

I cannot imagine the degree of despair I’d feel if I were in your shoes. That you have leaned into your work, and that it continues to support you financially, is an extraordinary accomplishment.

I’m constantly stunned at how arbitrary tragedy presents itself. I know you’ve got to feel like shit.

And, your work enriches our lives. No bullshit. It does.

I’m betting you could use less of our enrichment and more movement in your hands, but still. From my perspective, you’re a marvel.

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