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Ian Birnie's avatar

Oh Erika - I’m so sorry I never saw your garden in its heyday. But I will definitely see its reincarnation which I’m sure will take off w a survivor’s zeal. in the meantime, good luck facing down those toxins!

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Erika Schickel's avatar

Thank you, dear Ian.

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Susan Wheadon's avatar

I so get your loving and saving your precious plants. Thank you for sharing. Bet you will put these missives together and create a book at some point. All the best to you and that boyfriend of yours❤️

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Erika Schickel's avatar

Thank you, Susan. That would be nice, but for now I’m happy just having readers and getting comments like yours!

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Kerri Randles's avatar

Fucking fire. Fucking love this. 🔥❤️

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Lori Avakian's avatar

I just know your garden in Eagle Rock will be glorious! Wherever you go you’re tending your garden ❤️

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Susan Wheadon's avatar

So beautiful. Thank you for this account.

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Jess's avatar

I love that you did this.

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Kelly Jean's avatar

Such a bittersweet juxtaposition! Fuck you fire indeed.

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