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ann schneider's avatar

Caitlin, beautifully written. I see, and understand your dad. Thank you for sharing this. 💙💫

Caitlin Ellefson Spohrer's avatar

Thanks so much, Ann. I appreciate you :)

Lisa Baird's avatar

Happy New Year 🎉 I love your writing Caitlin! Thank you for sharing this slice of life with us. It made me smile too! Looking forward to part 2!

Caitlin Ellefson Spohrer's avatar

Happy New Year, Lisa! Your support means the world to me.

Gretchen Aerni's avatar

The “Elk” — a treasure trove of memories. So many more than I ever realized! Beautifully written! Nostalgia overflow. 😊

Happy New Year!

Caitlin Ellefson Spohrer's avatar

Aww, thanks, Gretchen! More 'Elk' nostalgia to come, including our favorite memory in Part 2.

Wendy Carr's avatar

This is wonderful. Looking forward to the next installment.

Caitlin Ellefson Spohrer's avatar

I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for reading and cheering me on!

Kathy Julien's avatar

Love this. Thanks for sharing it. Happy New Year! Blue skies…

Caitlin Ellefson Spohrer's avatar

Happy New Year! Thank you for reading. And for invoking blue skies... now I have Willie Nelson's voice in my head. I can't hear him without thinking of my dad. Thank you for taking me to that sweet place :)

Kathy Julien's avatar

Awe… thanks Caitlin! I live by those words… blue skies… means so much to so many! 🩵💫