Comments on: My New Life http://www.marielhemingway.com/blog/2008/12/my-new-life/ Just another WordPress weblog Wed, 30 Jun 2010 10:59:00 -0400 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 hourly 1 By: Florence http://www.marielhemingway.com/blog/2008/12/my-new-life/comment-page-1/#comment-113 Florence Sun, 26 Jul 2009 05:10:13 +0000 http://marielhemingway.org/?p=98#comment-113 Dear Mariel, when I started reading your second book, I was very moved by how grounded and how introspective you were. I was also very touched that you are in partnership and a close marriage, seeing that these days this is a rare situation. But when I read your blog that you were separated with your ex-husband, I was so disappointed. When I read that you have again fallen in love so soon, I felt angry. I tried not to judge you but I was really upset! I felt like you were a hyprocrite trying to justify yourself! I didn't feel like you were a "mentor" for me anymore. I didn't want to read your books, nor your news or listen to any of the shows that you were on. It took me awhile, and I finally realised that I'm just really scared. I'm very afraid as all the women who chose the journey of self-discovery and self-empowerment seemed to have left their previous marriage and went on to look for another relationship/ being on their own. I am afraid that by being empowered and chosing to live for ourselves would mean that we are no longer able to sustain a happy, connected and loving relationship for good. Dear Mariel, when I started reading your second book, I was very moved by how grounded and how introspective you were. I was also very touched that you are in partnership and a close marriage, seeing that these days this is a rare situation. But when I read your blog that you were separated with your ex-husband, I was so disappointed. When I read that you have again fallen in love so soon, I felt angry. I tried not to judge you but I was really upset! I felt like you were a hyprocrite trying to justify yourself! I didn’t feel like you were a “mentor” for me anymore. I didn’t want to read your books, nor your news or listen to any of the shows that you were on. It took me awhile, and I finally realised that I’m just really scared. I’m very afraid as all the women who chose the journey of self-discovery and self-empowerment seemed to have left their previous marriage and went on to look for another relationship/ being on their own. I am afraid that by being empowered and chosing to live for ourselves would mean that we are no longer able to sustain a happy, connected and loving relationship for good.

]]> By: Juanita http://www.marielhemingway.com/blog/2008/12/my-new-life/comment-page-1/#comment-109 Juanita Sat, 21 Mar 2009 23:25:54 +0000 http://marielhemingway.org/?p=98#comment-109 Your new life and your personal blog LOOK GREAT. looking forward to reading lots from you. Your new life and your personal blog LOOK GREAT. looking forward to reading lots from you.

]]> By: Dan McGarigle http://www.marielhemingway.com/blog/2008/12/my-new-life/comment-page-1/#comment-111 Dan McGarigle Sat, 21 Mar 2009 19:23:30 +0000 http://marielhemingway.org/?p=98#comment-111 In my 65 years as son, Navy musician, computer programmer and now cabinet maker, I have met and known many fine people. I remember many of them, but only a few were memorable people. Mariel, you are one of my memorable people. Because of your brains, looks and writings you also are one of the magic people, who are those that by living as they are enhance the lives of those around them. You magic people are simply magnificent. I don't care if my remarks are viewed as "overboard". They just come from a grateful heart. In my 65 years as son, Navy musician, computer programmer and now cabinet maker, I have met and known many fine people. I remember many of them, but only a few were memorable people.

Mariel, you are one of my memorable people. Because of your brains, looks and writings you also are one of the magic people, who are those that by living as they are enhance the lives of those around them. You magic people are simply magnificent.

I don’t care if my remarks are viewed as “overboard”. They just come from a grateful heart.

]]> By: Brian Johnson http://www.marielhemingway.com/blog/2008/12/my-new-life/comment-page-1/#comment-110 Brian Johnson Fri, 13 Mar 2009 09:32:31 +0000 http://marielhemingway.org/?p=98#comment-110 Beautiful... Beautiful…

]]> By: Ronn http://www.marielhemingway.com/blog/2008/12/my-new-life/comment-page-1/#comment-108 Ronn Fri, 06 Mar 2009 05:16:14 +0000 http://marielhemingway.org/?p=98#comment-108 This is an awsome blog Ive been wanting to read for awhile but havent because of the length. I feel a sadness for the brakeup of your marriage because I remember the ending of your book and the water incident and how happy everyone was that you all were safe. Life goes on and I wish you well. This is an awsome blog Ive been wanting to read for awhile but havent because of the length. I feel a sadness for the brakeup of your marriage because I remember the ending of your book and the water incident and how happy everyone was that you all were safe. Life goes on and I wish you well.

]]> By: T. Davidson http://www.marielhemingway.com/blog/2008/12/my-new-life/comment-page-1/#comment-107 T. Davidson Sun, 01 Mar 2009 07:09:11 +0000 http://marielhemingway.org/?p=98#comment-107 I'm glad I took the time to read your blog because I didn't realize what a wonderful & insightful writer you are. I grew up watching you in movies, etc.& of course read your grandfather's novels in high school (who didn't?). I was also deeply saddened by what your family has gone through. I have gone through a divorce, as well as several of my friends. It's never easy, but one gets through it with time and support from friends. I end by quoting Marcel Proust; "Let us be grateful to people who make us happy, they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom.” I'm sure you are a "charming gardener" to those around you. Wishing you the best. I’m glad I took the time to read your blog because I didn’t realize what a wonderful & insightful writer you are. I grew up watching you in movies, etc.& of course read your grandfather’s novels in high school (who didn’t?). I was also deeply saddened by what your family has gone through. I have gone through a divorce, as well as several of my friends. It’s never easy, but one gets through it with time and support from friends. I end by quoting Marcel Proust; “Let us be grateful to people who make us happy, they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom.” I’m sure you are a “charming gardener” to those around you. Wishing you the best.

]]> By: Brendan McNally http://www.marielhemingway.com/blog/2008/12/my-new-life/comment-page-1/#comment-105 Brendan McNally Fri, 20 Feb 2009 00:26:52 +0000 http://marielhemingway.org/?p=98#comment-105 Hey Mariel, The writing may be in your genes but the love is clearly in your heart. Thank you so much, I'm so glad to have discovered more value in my recently ended marriage, with cancer also being the catalyst for change. Best wishes on your new journey, I'm sure I will enjoy your sharing through writing. Cheers, Brendan Hey Mariel,

The writing may be in your genes but the love is clearly in your heart.

Thank you so much, I’m so glad to have discovered more value in my recently ended marriage, with cancer also being the catalyst for change.

Best wishes on your new journey, I’m sure I will enjoy your sharing through writing. Cheers, Brendan

]]> By: Rachelle http://www.marielhemingway.com/blog/2008/12/my-new-life/comment-page-1/#comment-104 Rachelle Fri, 06 Feb 2009 18:27:55 +0000 http://marielhemingway.org/?p=98#comment-104 Dear Mariel, what a tremendous piece of writing. I'm new to the blog/website, but not new to your book; I've loved it since the day I've bought it and have been inspired by it ever since. Your story was a bit shocking, but after the shock, came the beauty and positivity in your words. You 'make' (such a harsh word!) people want to be better people, for themselves, for our world. How one can take such a circumstance (illness, divorce) and turn it into learning, and embracing change is beyond me. You continue to be an inspiration and many good wishes to you for love, peace, health and beauty in your life. Thank you for being you, Rachelle Dear Mariel, what a tremendous piece of writing. I’m new to the blog/website, but not new to your book; I’ve loved it since the day I’ve bought it and have been inspired by it ever since. Your story was a bit shocking, but after the shock, came the beauty and positivity in your words. You ‘make’ (such a harsh word!) people want to be better people, for themselves, for our world. How one can take such a circumstance (illness, divorce) and turn it into learning, and embracing change is beyond me. You continue to be an inspiration and many good wishes to you for love, peace, health and beauty in your life. Thank you for being you,
Rachelle

]]> By: Marie Kujawski http://www.marielhemingway.com/blog/2008/12/my-new-life/comment-page-1/#comment-102 Marie Kujawski Mon, 19 Jan 2009 03:19:06 +0000 http://marielhemingway.org/?p=98#comment-102 Dearest Mariel, I am in awe of you and your new embrace on life. I try every day to build strength.brcause of my situation. I think I can do it now, because of you. I have printed out your story to give me strength when I need it. You are so appreciated!! I commence you, Marie Kujawski Dearest Mariel,
I am in awe of you and your new embrace on life. I try every day to build strength.brcause of my situation. I think I can do it now, because of you. I have printed out your story to give me strength when I need it.
You are so appreciated!!
I commence you,
Marie Kujawski

]]> By: sandy http://www.marielhemingway.com/blog/2008/12/my-new-life/comment-page-1/#comment-101 sandy Fri, 16 Jan 2009 11:13:23 +0000 http://marielhemingway.org/?p=98#comment-101 Ya know what? I find this writing to be your best yet. Your authentic self shines through to a degree that renders the entry incredibly eloquent, insightful, and eminently relatable. Like every human being before, around and after me, I find the periods of challenge, heartbreak and upheaval (what I hear myself calling "natural disasters") immensely draining and yes, potentially capable of bringing me to my knees. The thing is, I am beginning to see thats the breakdowns are absolutely necessary, in order for transitions to occur. I find the whole thing kind of analagous to the process of reforestation. New growth and evolution can only take place with a clearing of what no longer sustains and enriches. I feel like the process that occurs on the forest floor parallels what happens in our lives and hearts. So worthy of mourning, and so very worthy of rejoicing. Thanks, Mariel, for your unwavering honesty and enduring courage. Ya know what?
I find this writing to be your best yet. Your authentic self shines through to a degree that renders the entry incredibly eloquent, insightful, and eminently relatable.
Like every human being before, around and after me, I find the periods of challenge, heartbreak and upheaval (what I hear myself calling “natural disasters”) immensely draining and yes, potentially capable of bringing me to my knees. The thing is, I am beginning to see thats the breakdowns are absolutely necessary, in order for transitions to occur.
I find the whole thing kind of analagous to the process of reforestation. New growth and evolution can only take place with a clearing of what no longer sustains and enriches. I feel like the process that occurs on the forest floor parallels what happens in our lives and hearts.
So worthy of mourning, and so very worthy of rejoicing.
Thanks, Mariel, for your unwavering honesty and enduring courage.

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