Another Trial of Autonomy

Dear Friends,

I am so grateful for your kind birthday wishes, and so happy after a fantastic birthday gathering last night! Thank you!

Tomorrow, Tara goes on a much deserved vacation. She has been working so hard this year, and is so hard on herself. I guess it is an oldest sister thing, plus her own personality and experiences, of course, but whatever it is, I hope she learns to be more gentle with herself. Anyway, I am so glad she will go off to surf to her heart’s delight somewhere tropical and less crowded than San Diego.

I am not too anxious about her being gone for eight days. My mom and our sister Eira are stronger CRPs than the last time Tara was away for an extended period. They are awesome supports! I am looking forward to making progress in how much they can support my communication. Of course, my mom also does most of my support in other ways, so that is already all good as is. It will be good to push ourselves more in communication without Tara to rely on. I am actually excited to see how we grow! Though I will miss Tara.

I am so hoping for a future where people like me have an easier time finding strong networks of support. That will take a lot of work, but I am thinking that it is possible. This kind of work is among the most precious and meaningful work that people can do, supporting others in interdependence. It should be treated as such in the world of practicalities and logistics. But that is a discussion for another time!

Bon voyage, Tara, and let’s do this, Mama and Eira! And friends, let me know how the support teams in your life take care of themselves!

Your Friend,

Danny