Lori Stone. I too was transported to an “alien “ planet. 1994 my husband came from nyc to Chappaqua on train. 20 years in our cape cod home . Announced a bank wealth management invited him to be big honcho. I chuckled . Must be April fools. To Cincinnati we moved. Son 10 Daughter 7. The LA , NYC lady embraced The Queen City and a gracious old house . Flooded with memories.
Mea culpa ! I’ve 2 close women friends. Both with I instead of ie . One a best selling author (as you) the other psychiatrist. ( not you ). I pledge allegiance to the difference.
I moved from NY to Dayton, Ohio, on Labor Day weekend, 1996. A bit of a culture shock, but a fascinating 10 years there. Minimal body movement also seems to be the norm in Minnesota.
angeles was right, is always right, and i really want to meet her. let's make this happen in nola please laurie? meet me halfway and we'll make it happen. (oh, i guess she has to be a part of this decision.) everything is horrible but let's keep life ticking and stay for the good stuff, shall we? xc
I found much to like about observations of going somewhere else to live for awhile. Talking with hands like a signer made me realize why some folks in Oregon, Italy, England and other places would observe that I must be from NY. (One said "Jew York" which felt very insulting but now feels very hilarious.) Kubrick's male fantasy did nothing for me and I liked agreeing with your description. Your final paragraph made me burst out loud with a little laugh, which is a great way to end. 'Even the woman pulled out of a drawer in the morgue looks great. Gray but great." Ha!
"You fall into Kubrick rabbit holes, and you look for a little bottle that says, “Drink me,” and you drink it, and then you look for a plate of cookies that says, “Eat me,” and you eat one." That's kind of how I feel about your writing, never sure what to expect or where it's going to go, but you know it's going to be good so you just kind of settle in for the ride and enjoy where it takes you 😊
I like the contrast between Ohio and NYC. Imagery of open spaces (the parking lot!) vs the ducks swimming - in my mind -they flap in tight circles near the Hudson River’s water edge.
Discovered you today. (Yay) Took a 45 year detour from writing. Will subscribe once I pay off my credit card from all the contributions I made to Democratic campaigns. Almost had winner with a Gen Zer, Nate Douglas, for Florida House. Had a winner with Eugene Zindman. No regrets for supporting Jon Tester, Sherrod Brown, Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, and everything David Hogg.
Very happy our paths have crossed. I can comp you for the Zoom conversation on Saturday, if you would like to come. Just email me and I will place you on the list for a link: lauriestone@substack.com
“Not unless you’re reporting a death.” has to be one of the best replies in the history of Ohio.
“Brimming.” Arresting word to use of a visit. Also loved the blanket made of pressed pieces of lint.
"They liked a vacation from deciding things."
Thanks, honey, for the comment and for being a paid subscriber. If you like, please rsvp for one of the Zoom conversations. xxL
Great line!
"I was happy being a person no one knew, so I could become someone I hadn’t been before..."
wonderful as ever. Thank you!
I'm happy it feels like a sustained offering. xxL
Lori Stone. I too was transported to an “alien “ planet. 1994 my husband came from nyc to Chappaqua on train. 20 years in our cape cod home . Announced a bank wealth management invited him to be big honcho. I chuckled . Must be April fools. To Cincinnati we moved. Son 10 Daughter 7. The LA , NYC lady embraced The Queen City and a gracious old house . Flooded with memories.
Thanks for the comment. I am a LAURIE! xxL
Mea culpa ! I’ve 2 close women friends. Both with I instead of ie . One a best selling author (as you) the other psychiatrist. ( not you ). I pledge allegiance to the difference.
I moved from NY to Dayton, Ohio, on Labor Day weekend, 1996. A bit of a culture shock, but a fascinating 10 years there. Minimal body movement also seems to be the norm in Minnesota.
angeles was right, is always right, and i really want to meet her. let's make this happen in nola please laurie? meet me halfway and we'll make it happen. (oh, i guess she has to be a part of this decision.) everything is horrible but let's keep life ticking and stay for the good stuff, shall we? xc
Yes, love! You and Angeles will love each other!
I found much to like about observations of going somewhere else to live for awhile. Talking with hands like a signer made me realize why some folks in Oregon, Italy, England and other places would observe that I must be from NY. (One said "Jew York" which felt very insulting but now feels very hilarious.) Kubrick's male fantasy did nothing for me and I liked agreeing with your description. Your final paragraph made me burst out loud with a little laugh, which is a great way to end. 'Even the woman pulled out of a drawer in the morgue looks great. Gray but great." Ha!
"You fall into Kubrick rabbit holes, and you look for a little bottle that says, “Drink me,” and you drink it, and then you look for a plate of cookies that says, “Eat me,” and you eat one." That's kind of how I feel about your writing, never sure what to expect or where it's going to go, but you know it's going to be good so you just kind of settle in for the ride and enjoy where it takes you 😊
Lovely compliment!
I like the contrast between Ohio and NYC. Imagery of open spaces (the parking lot!) vs the ducks swimming - in my mind -they flap in tight circles near the Hudson River’s water edge.
(Hairs in the tub, LOL!)
Really enjoyed this read. Good to connect with your work again.
Wonderful! Thanks, Laurie
Discovered you today. (Yay) Took a 45 year detour from writing. Will subscribe once I pay off my credit card from all the contributions I made to Democratic campaigns. Almost had winner with a Gen Zer, Nate Douglas, for Florida House. Had a winner with Eugene Zindman. No regrets for supporting Jon Tester, Sherrod Brown, Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, and everything David Hogg.
Very happy our paths have crossed. I can comp you for the Zoom conversation on Saturday, if you would like to come. Just email me and I will place you on the list for a link: lauriestone@substack.com
Thanks! Will do when ready…