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I read this a while ago and kept meaning to come back and comment. This whole issue is so wonderful. The. Whole. Thing.

Again, thank you for sharing you experiences with freelancing! I love hearing about your journey. It gives me hope for my own budding career.

The phone calls with the seniors was so touching. My dad was housebound for the last year of his life and loneliness was a real problem. Our tribe sent over an "Elder Advocate" a few times a week to visit and help with dishes, etc. It helped me too! My burden was lighter knowing someone else was keeping him company when I couldn't be there.

Again, wonderful wonderful wonderful. I just love your newsletter.

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Thank you, Jenn! I love your newsletter too. I'm sorry your father went through a tough time, but it sounds as though having the elder advocate help out made a big difference. I'm glad you were able to find that person. I think there are many of these types of resources but folks often don't know how to get connected. Perhaps I'll dedicate a future blog post to that topic and maybe you can share some info about your experience with an "elder advocate?" I'd love to hear more. And if you ever want to chat about freelancing, let me know. I'm happy to share what I've learned in the past three years.

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All of this sounds wonderful!

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So insightful, Hilary. Those studies really drive the point home about what's important! Love the various stories you use, as always!

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Thanks so much, Jess! Really appreciate you taking the time to read my posts and your thoughtful feedback. ❤️

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Love this! Close friendships are the key!! Lucky to have you as one of those close friends ❤️

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Aww. Likewise, Leigh! ❤️Looking forward to karaoke in our 80s! Thanks for reading and commenting. You’re the best.

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Love that bit about the train trip

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Thanks, Anna! Me too. ❤️

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Genius! Thank you!

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Aww. Thanks, Jeff! 😍😘

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