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Jimmy Warden's avatar

I appreciate you, brother! Be well! 💚💜

Ryan Delaney's avatar

Thanks, Jimmy. You, too!

Sam Messersmith's avatar

Your honesty and vulnerability is really inspiring. Wishing you the best Ryan!

Ryan Delaney's avatar

Your affirming words feel good, Sam. Thank you. I’ll see you when I get back.

Krista McLenaghan's avatar

As always, I am most grateful for authenticity. Thank you for allowing yourself to do and be what you need and want. Thank you for modelling self-compassion for the rest of us. You do not owe any of us anything. Be at peace. May you be healthy.

Ryan Delaney's avatar

I truly appreciate your supportive, encouraging and liberating message, Krista. I feel your sincerity, and it is meaningful to me. Thank you for your well-wishes. All the peace and health to you as well.

Mel Moseley's avatar

I love that you're doing this, Ryan! Know that if you need a break in nature, you're welcome to come hang out in Fiddletown! It'd be awesome to catch up. :)

Sherry Taveras's avatar

Ryan, you were on my heart and here I am at 5am reading your post. You are and will be missed but know you are doing what's best and true for yourself which I've always respected and admired about you. We will be here when you get back when you're ready.

Ryan Delaney's avatar

I’m smiling, Sherry. It feels good to learn you were thinking of me and took the time to tell me.

I appreciate you, and knowing that I’m welcome back anytime. Looking forward to seeing you again. Until then, write well.

Sandra Pawula's avatar

Ryan, thank you for your honesty and for doing what you need to do. I look forward to hearing from you whenever we do! Wishing you the best during this break.

Ryan Delaney's avatar

Your affirming words feel good and are much appreciated, Sandra. Thank you for your kindness. Wishing you the best, as well, between now and 'then.'

Dr. Nicole Mirkin's avatar

Choosing space over output protects what actually matters in the work. Letting the lessons form while you’re living them, instead of rushing them into publication, preserves their depth. The trust you place in timing says a lot about the integrity of your writing.

Ryan Delaney's avatar

Again, so wonderfully worded. You're absolutely right. And that integrity you speak of is really for our benefit, according to our inner sense of what is good enough and satisfying versus what is insufficient and dissatisfying.

Alison Jacobs's avatar

Jump back in when you're ready. Will look forward to reading what you post when you post it..be well Ryan 🩷

Ryan Delaney's avatar

I so appreciate your friendliness and the freedom of time, knowing you will be there. Means everything to me, Alison. Big thank you.

Mike's avatar

Be well, Ryan! 💪 🙌

Ryan Delaney's avatar

Thank you, Mike! You as well, my friend.

Gayle Beavil, MA, BEd, CAPP 🇨🇦's avatar

Take your time, Ryan. We will still be here for you.

Ryan Delaney's avatar

Your willingness to stick around is incredible, Gayle. Deep gratitude to you.

Gayle Beavil, MA, BEd, CAPP 🇨🇦's avatar

We all need the extra support and understanding, sometimes.

Ryan Delaney's avatar

Here, here. 🙌🏻

Nancy A's avatar

Your honesty is always refreshing. Be well. We'll be here when you're ready to return.

Ryan Delaney's avatar

Hearing both of these means a lot to me, Nancy. I endeavor to be honest, but it’s not always easy.

Jennifer Morrissette Hesse's avatar

Best wishes, Ryan! I have enjoyed your content and authenticity.

Ryan Delaney's avatar

Aww, thanks, Jennifer. Means a lot, especially coming from you. 🤗

Andrew Paul Nemier's avatar

I enjoy your work. I wish you well.

Ryan Delaney's avatar

Can’t tell you enough how much I appreciate your words, Andrew.

Justin Mulvaney's avatar

Enjoy the break friend!

Ryan Delaney's avatar

Thanks, Justin! Appreciate you being a faithful reader. ☺️

Bing's avatar

Have a good and well-deserved rest. Will be waiting for your eventual return, no rush.

Ryan Delaney's avatar

I’m looking forward to it, Bing. And I appreciate the “no rush” spaciousness!

Ian Haycroft's avatar

Go well Ryan. I wish you the very very best in this time of transition. Bless you mate.

Ryan Delaney's avatar

I feel your blessing, Ian, and am grateful for your encouragement!