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Derek Neal's avatar

Hope the procedure went well. This feels somewhat strange to say in the situation, but the writing here is superb. Perhaps it’s a coincidence but I wonder if you had Camus’ The Stranger in mind when starting with “today.” The whole piece (the matter of factness, the acceptance of one’s circumstances) reminds me of that novel.

Adam's Notes's avatar

Wishing you a speedy recovery!

Caleb Crain's avatar

All best on the procedure! Kidney stones are not much fun except for the stories afterwards

ExecrableFrippery's avatar

Best of luck w/the surgery!

Karl Wenclas's avatar

Hi. New Pop Lit editor here. Out of curiosity I checked out your blog. I've had kidney stones in the past myself. Not fun! I've been reduced to hardly ever eating red meat, which needless to say, sucks. Best of luck with your surgery.

Matthew Spencer's avatar

Thanks! Yeah, not sure what kind they are so I don’t know about any dietary restrictions yet besides the usual spiel.

Alan Horn's avatar

Good luck, Matthew. Hope you’re feeling better soon

Matthew Spencer's avatar

Appreciate it !

Gina's avatar

good luck ❤️