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Haley Brengartner's avatar

Miche. When I met you in Austin, though it was much too brief, I noticed almost immediately a tenderness in your eyes. I now understand that this tenderness did not end up there by mistake or happenstance. I don't know who you would be if grief did not have such profound impact on your life, but I know that I am grateful that this Miche stands in front of us. Brave and kind and tender and relentlessly pouring out to others. I am proud of you for sharing this. I wish I could have held your hand as you pressed the publish button.

I am so sorry for the loss that has forever changed your life, but I want to thank you for sharing your story and showing up for the grieving, the angry, the sad, and all of those caught in the waves. \

This piece was remarkably beautiful.

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Miche Priest's avatar

Thank you Haley 💕

“I wish I could have held your hand as you pressed the publish button”

Such a lovely thing to say. By offering your pseudonym session, you already were.

If I post anything else as vulnerable as this, I will reach out to you. We can hold hands on video 🥰

Happy to do the same for you.

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Haley Brengartner's avatar

Ugh. Too many tears this morning. Thank you, Miche, thank you so much.

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Miche Priest's avatar

Thank you 💕 Hugs, my friend

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Jeff Giesea's avatar

This is a beautiful and brave piece, Miche.

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Miche Priest's avatar

Thank you Jeff. Your feedback helped provide clarity.

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Prince's avatar

A stunning piece of writing - so impressed Miche!

I don't think I can fully imagine how hard it is to share such a personal story, let alone make it read so well... I mean, the entire first part (to "Fucking bagel") was a hook masterclass; Justin Welsh would be very proud (and maybe even intimidated!)

With metaphors, personifications and even some dark witty phrases throughout, this was an amazing read. 👌

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Miche Priest's avatar

Thank you Prince. *Blushing hard* This one poured out of me but even still, the feedback is the polish. I really appreciate your kind feedback

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Prince's avatar

I meant every word with 0 exaggeration 😊

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Becky Isjwara's avatar

Miche. Wow. I got here through a link in your other essay. This was so powerful and brave. Your illustration of ocean waves is so beautiful too.

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Miche Priest's avatar

Thank you for reading and letting me know your thoughts. I hope you have a wonderful holiday

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Rick Lewis's avatar

Your authentic storytelling is top notch Miche.

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Miche Priest's avatar

Thank you Rick

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anfaal batool's avatar

So beautiful and honest i could almost hear a crack in my heart 😭

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Miche Priest's avatar

💕 Thank you Anfaal

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Emma Dorge's avatar

Brave and beautiful, and I am thankful to have witnessed this piece being a part of the published world. Thank you for sharing your heart. Sending you all of the love, Miche.

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Miche Priest's avatar

Thank you Emma. It’s been so nice having your support. I’m super grateful

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Rob Tourtelot's avatar

What a piece, Miche. Stunningly beautiful and moving. Sorry for your loss. I'm glad that out of this loss, you can bring the gift of your writing to serve as a tribute, and a way for others to feel less alone in their grief. 🙏

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Miche Priest's avatar

Thank you for your kind words Rob. I really appreciate it 💕

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Cissy Hu's avatar

Miche - thank you for sharing your heart & complex grief with us. Such a beautifully written piece. In awe of the ways you’ve met yourself in the aftermath of your loss. So inspired by your strength & bravery🤍

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Miche Priest's avatar

Thank you Cissy so kind of you to say. I appreciate you 💕

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Karen's avatar

This was so beautifully written. You have a wonderful gift for sharing your heart and humanity in the professional world, where we're usually instructed to be cold, to not mention the things that make us human. Thank you for being vulnerable with us and inspiring us with the warmth and power of your voice. Sending you so much love.

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Miche Priest's avatar

Thank you for your thoughtful reply. I have been in a writing course the past five weeks. The students there gave me courage to write it. I was nervous to share. I appreciate you letting me know.

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S. McKee Studio's avatar

Beautiful, Miche. So sorry for your loss and complicated grief. So happy to have met you and to continue to get to stay in your orbit through your newsletter.

I think this story will stick with me for a while, reminding me of the complex inner world that's inside of every person I meet. Thank you.

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Miche Priest's avatar

Thank you Steph. Happy to have met you too. I'm new to Substack and love the longer form content. It's a great way to get to know people

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Alexandra Allen's avatar

Miche, I’m so sorry for your loss. What a beautiful tribute you’ve written. I especially love this line: “Now, as I write this, each word is a stitch in the tapestry of my healing.”

Kudos for having the courage to share such a vulnerable subject and for writing so powerfully about it. ♥️

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Miche Priest's avatar

Thank you Alexandra ❤️

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Miche Priest's avatar

Thank you Anthony. It helps having supportive writing friends

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