Amy, do you know Stuart Dybek’s short story collection, The Coast of Chicago? You might enjoy it, I think you’ve got some stylistic similarities. There’s a scene in there where he is driving through the city streets of Chicago with his friends and he’s so enraptured that he calls out, “I dig beauty!” I couldn’t agree more.
I don't, but I'll check it out. I haven't been very good at reading, lately, and I've never been good at reading short story collections, but I'll give it a try.
I enjoyed this memory, Amy. I can remember similar group joys with people who have never been together again. It feels good to think about a possible 'reunion' and acknowledgement. Thanks, and I look forward to reading more.
Oh man, this is why I like your stuff so much: you have such a nice, honest, vividly descriptive voice. More! More!
Thank you so much, Tom. I really appreciate it.
Amy, do you know Stuart Dybek’s short story collection, The Coast of Chicago? You might enjoy it, I think you’ve got some stylistic similarities. There’s a scene in there where he is driving through the city streets of Chicago with his friends and he’s so enraptured that he calls out, “I dig beauty!” I couldn’t agree more.
I don't, but I'll check it out. I haven't been very good at reading, lately, and I've never been good at reading short story collections, but I'll give it a try.
I enjoyed this memory, Amy. I can remember similar group joys with people who have never been together again. It feels good to think about a possible 'reunion' and acknowledgement. Thanks, and I look forward to reading more.
That is a lovely, lively memory! May it live in your hearts for life.
Beautiful! Those are the best memories—pure, simple, joyful, and shared.
Yeah, I agree. Thank you for leaving a comment, Cindy.
I agree with the others: it's beautiful. Original insight on a memory and beautiful specific description.
Thank you, Ellen! I hope all is well with you.
This is so beautiful, Amy! I love it. Now I have Sheryl Crow stuck in my head. :) "Did you know when you go it's the perfect ending..."
Thank you, Alicia! You're so sweet.