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𝐄𝐝𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐏𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐚's avatar

Grace, I read this yesterday as soon as you posted it and it had such an impact. i have been struggling with what to say because this was powerful. all i can say is this: i wish you good, i wish you well. ❤️❤️

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Grace | Kizuna's avatar

thank you so much for being here and for reading, Edgard. Writing - as always - has helped me to process some of this. Please know your comment means the world to me - I appreciate you very much ❤️❤️

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Jorge Medina's avatar

I struggle to find the words after reading this. Your bravery throughout all of this is outstanding, Grace. And whatever the outcome, you will know you faced it and tried. A testament to your drive to live, grow, be, and become everything you're and you'll be.

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Grace | Kizuna's avatar

sending you so much love, Jorge. You and others in the Studio have been such a source of immeasurable strength as I navigate this. Thank you for being here ❤️

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ninjanordbo's avatar

facing ur past will be hard, but i think its the only real option if u want to stop running

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Grace | Kizuna's avatar

i agree 🤍

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Chris Fawthrop's avatar

I think you may have gotten me back for all the times I've made you tear up Grace, such a deeply moving essay, with so many familiar questions, emotions, and desires woven though. I'm not sure which point I'd want to highlight among the rest. The strength of will and conviction of self that comes through in your vulnerability is quite frankly, earth-shattering.

Yes, there is the possibility that the circumstances of Hawaii and being near your family may not be any different. But you are different. You are changed. You are not who you once were. And that gives you more power and agency than Grace from before ever had.

I've learned an immense amount from you in the past year, and I wish I knew what I could say in support that would ease some of your fear. That said, we both know it is yours to face, and it is you alone that must to go to the necessary depths to find the healing that is hidden underneath the shadow of fear. But while only you can make this happen for yourself, you are not isolated. We stand alone together.

I believe there is only one thing left to say.

Hi Grace, it's good to finally meet YOU!!!

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Grace | Kizuna's avatar

oh Chris - thank you for this. I’m holding your words close to me today 🤍🙏🏻

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Dawn-Renée Rice's avatar

Grace, I'm giving you all the big hugs I can. 🫂❤️ I completely understand giving up everything you've worked so hard for, including and especially your Self, to help a family member that you have a difficult relationship with. It's scary, overwhelming, and frustrating. No matter how strong you might think you are now, know that strength will be tested mightily. Lean on your support group and therapist. And you're more than welcome to DM me, too.

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