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Almut | The Weary Pilgrim's avatar

Heidi, I found your writing via some one and then some one. I am glad I did. It’s an art to write so beautifully about something so ugly! We might hear more from you on Substack then 😇

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Heidi Barr's avatar

Thanks Almut! I'm glad you found your way here!

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Anna Rose's avatar

What a read. I’m sorry to hear this Heidi. We all need that reminder that we are not our job, thank you for this. I hope you’re ok x

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Heidi Barr's avatar

Thanks, Anna.

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Rachel Teske's avatar

gosh Heidi, this is so hard. You seem to be responding to the layoff notice with grace and calm. I am surprised that one would be notified by email about being laid off. I think that when someone has given their time and talent to an organization, being let go deserves a phone call. Sending positive vibes on this stressful event.

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Heidi Barr's avatar

Thanks Rachel! To be fair, I did get a call, but it came AFTER the computer wipe and the email so....felt a lil too late to matter.

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Iris Graville's avatar

Oh my, Heidi! So sorry you're going through this and that you received the news in such a jarring way. Thinking of you especially at this time of uncertainty. And I'm happy to support your work through a subscription. Your posts always inspire me.

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Heidi Barr's avatar

Thanks Iris, I appreciate you!

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Chris La Tray's avatar

Bummer, Heidi. But as these things go, it may turn out to be for the better! ✊🏽

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Heidi Barr's avatar

Thanks Chris. Here's hoping!

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Robert Grandy's avatar

Wow. If only you had a benefactor who could make it possible for you to write full time. At least then you'd feel self actualized.

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Heidi Barr's avatar

ha! yes, that would be nice.

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