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Sage Taylor Kingsley's avatar

Congratulations, Saira! I love the cover of your book. I have a single flower on the cover of my poetry book as well (mine is a sunflower). What a great idea having prompts along with your poems! I’ve only ever seen one other poet do that and it’s James Crews. Lis, this is the first time I came across a Creator Spotlight in my feed, and I’m so glad I saw this one! The concept of belonging is so critical to all of us. In my case, as an adoptee, it is a constant theme. Lis, you did such a beautiful job with this in-depth presentation. I’m going to dive into the others and also reach out to you about being featured. 🥰 Well-done, both of you!

Lis's avatar

Thank you so much, Sage! 💖

I loved reading your thoughts about the concept of belonging, as it is something I feel deeply passionate about.

Thank you, too, for your kind words about the Creator Spotlight and for shining such a beautiful light on Saira's work.

I look forward to hearing from you, as I would be honored to feature you in a future Creator Spotlight.

Wishing you much beauty and peace in the coming days. 💖💖💖

Sage Taylor Kingsley's avatar

Thank you & it’s my great pleasure to celebrate and cocreate with other wonderful word weaver sisters like both of you!

Lis's avatar

Thank you so very much, Sage!

Your beautiful words are a bright spot in my day.

Wishing you gentle kindness within your daily rhythms. 💖💖💖

Simone Kornalijnslijper's avatar

What a beautiful post and way to get to get to know the story behind the creator, I love how you crafted this Lis ✨👏🧡

So beautiful to read even more about you Saira, and about your journey!! I love your work, your poetry, your newsletters, and your books… so wonderful to see you here in the spotlight you deserve 👏👑🤩🖋️📖🧡

Lis's avatar

Thank you so very much, Simone!

Your beautiful words and support have flown straight to my heart.

I'm so glad to know this post has resonated deeply and that you have already connected with Saira's inspiring work.

I sincerely appreciate you taking the time to read, restack, and comment on Saira's Creator Spotlight. 💖💖💖

Simone Kornalijnslijper's avatar

My pleasure Lis, I loved reading your post, and will catch up with the other Creator Spotlights soon ✨🤩🌸💗

Lis's avatar

Wonderful, Simone!

I sincerely appreciate your beautiful support and kind words about Saira's Creator Spotlight.

I hope your week is off to a beautiful beginning. 💖💖💖

Saira Anwar's avatar

Thank you Simone, your words have moved me. You have been one of the most consistent and generous supporters of this journey, showing up with such warmth and encouragement at every step. Reading what you wrote about my poetry, my newsletters and my books means more than I can express. That kind of support is rare and precious and I do not take it for granted. So grateful our paths crossed. I feel the same about your poetry and newsletters too. 🥰🥺❤️❤️❤️✨️🌹🫶🏻🪄🤩👸🏻👑

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Simone Kornalijnslijper's avatar

Thank you so much Saira, and my pleasure!! Love your work, and I am grateful that we met here on Substack 🙏✨🖋️📖💛❤️

Saira Anwar's avatar

My pleasure! Thank you Simone. I am grateful too that we met here too. I also love your work too. 🥰💛❤️🌹🫶🏻✨️🎉

Saira Anwar's avatar

Thank you so much Sage, that means a great deal. The concept of belonging resonates so deeply, whatever our individual journey to it has been. I love the cover too, it's an iris. My publishers did an amazing job with it. I hope the book finds you well. Today marks one year since it came into the world. 🥰

Alania Starhawk's avatar

Thank you for shining the light, Lis! I sense the tender warmth and wisdom in Saira’s words. I will be following you both with great anticipation.🌸

Lis's avatar

You are most welcome, Alania! I sincerely appreciate your generous support of this post.

Wishing you much beauty and peace in the coming days. 💖💖💖

Saira Anwar's avatar

Thank you. So grateful to know that it spoke to your heart. 🥺🥰

Darcy Dudeck's avatar

Another beautiful post Lis. I love how you’re uplifting the collective energy by putting these inspiring creators in the spotlight 🙏💖

Lis's avatar

Thank you so much, Darcy!

I sincerely appreciate your kind and supportive words about the Creator Spotlight. It brings me such joy to connect with and celebrate such talented and inspiring creators.

I hope life is holding you gently.

Wishing you much beauty, peace, and joy in the coming days. 💖💖💖

Darcy Dudeck's avatar

Thank you…wishing you beauty, peace, and joy as well Lis 💖

Lis's avatar

Thank you very much, Darcy! Your good wishes are sincerely appreciated. 💖💖💖

Saira Anwar's avatar

Thank you. So grateful it spoke to you. 🥰

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Annette Skye's avatar

This was such a lovely article and I appreciate the opportunity to learn about Saira’s work! I also found it inspiring. It gave me the nudge I needed to reinvigorate a project I started last year!

Thank you, Lis!

Lis's avatar

You are most welcome, Annette!

I sincerely appreciate you taking the time to read and comment on this article.

Thank you for your kind words, and I'm so glad to hear that Saira's creative work has inspired you.

Wishing you much beauty and peace in the coming days. 💖💖💖

Saira Anwar's avatar

Thank you. I'm so grateful to hear my work has inspired you and resonated with you. 🥰

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Linda Amato's avatar

Beautiful🌹 I follow Saira and have also purchased her book for myself and as a gift to a lover of poetry. Personally, poetry was always my choice to make sense of life situations. Thank you for sharing this🌹

Saira Anwar's avatar

Thank you Linda, your support has meant so much to me. I am so glad the book found its way to you and to someone you love. 🌹🌹🌹

Lis's avatar

You are most welcome, Linda!

Thank you so much for your beautiful and supportive words about Saira. I loved hearing about your connection with poetry. Poetry has been a constant source of solace and reflection throughout my life.

I sincerely appreciate your support of this post and wish you much beauty and peace in the coming days.

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Jo-Ann Petrarca's avatar

Beautiful choice of a talented artist. Thank you, Saira and Lis🙏✨

Lis's avatar

You are most welcome, Jo-Ann! Thank you so much for your beautiful support of this post! I'm so glad to know it has resonated with you.

May the coming days bring you countless beautiful moments. 💖💖💖

Jo-Ann Petrarca's avatar

Thanks, Lis and may your days run pleasantly 🌷

Lis's avatar

Thank you very much, Jo-Ann!

I sincerely appreciate your good wishes. 💖💖💖

Jo-Ann Petrarca's avatar

As long as you’re happy and enjoying your life, that makes me happy! I have to go out food shopping and this is the first day of the heatwave

Lis's avatar

Thank you very much, Jo-Ann!

Indeed, I am. I was able to take a long stroll on the beach today, and that always fills my heart to the brim.

I hope life is holding you gently, and I sincerely hope the heat wave is not placing too much stress on your daily rhythms.

Wishing you much beauty and joy in the coming days. 💖💖💖

Saira Anwar's avatar

My pleasure! Thank you, Jo-Ann. So kind. So glad it spoke to you 🥺🥰

Jo-Ann Petrarca's avatar

You’re very welcome

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Michelle Dowd's avatar

Saira is phenomenal! Thank you for sharing her with us!!!!

Lis's avatar

Indeed, Michelle! You are most welcome.

I sincerely appreciate your kind words and your support of Saira’s creative work and journey.

Wishing you much beauty and peace in the coming days.

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Saira Anwar's avatar

Thank you Michelle, so glad it found you. So kind 🥺🥰

Saira Anwar's avatar

Wow. Thank you for so much for featuring me. I'm truly amazed and grateful. I loved reading it. You captured it all perfectly. Speechless. 🥺🥰🤗🤗🤗❤️❤️❤️😮

Lis's avatar

You are most welcome, Saira!

It has been a true pleasure to feature your beautiful work. It is an honor to help your creative voice reach more readers, and I am deeply grateful our paths have crossed.

Knowing that our collaboration resonates so deeply fills my heart with joy. Your kind words are a bright spot in my morning.

My heart is with you on the first anniversary of Rising From Despair, and I hope this day brings you all the peace, light, love, and joy your heart can hold.

With much love and gratitude,

Lis 💖💖💖

Saira Anwar's avatar

Thank you Lis, from the bottom of my heart. Your kindness has made this anniversary eve even more special. I am deeply grateful our paths have crossed too. ❤️❤️❤️

Lis's avatar

You are most welcome, Saira!

I will carry your kind and beautiful words close to my heart. Wishing you gentle and steady doses of beauty and joy in the coming days. 💖💖💖

Saira Anwar's avatar

Thank you Lis. Your words are a gift. Same for you. ❤️❤️❤️

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Irene Kigais's avatar

I loved reading this article thank you for introducing Saira with us !

Lis's avatar

You are most welcome, Irene! 💖

Thank you so much for your kind words. I truly appreciate you taking the time to read this post and share your thoughtful reflections.

Wishing you much beauty and peace in the coming days. 💖💖💖

Saira Anwar's avatar

Thank you Irene. So glad it resonated with you.