Dear Readers,

A lot of exhaustion has crept into my life as of late. June was tiring and challenging, both personally and professionally. After four months of constant writing, my pace has begun to slow a bit. So, I am trying to be intentional with these moments of brevity, not overwhelming myself with all that could be done in the hours I’ve spent staring at a computer screen, hoping something insightful pops into my head. But that seems to be the life of a writer, or any creative, for that matter.

Moreover, as June marked a month of celebration for many, it brought a significant number of challenges for me. Since “Paris” debuted in March, I’ve dedicated more time to writing poetry and submitting it to various literary publications. Unfortunately, every poem has been rejected so far.

I am extraordinarily thankful, to be frank. Of course, I want to share as much as I can with the world (it’s certainly disappointing to see “decline” repeatedly), but this has been a valuable review of my work, challenging how I can, and should, write. It has also forced me to read more from far more talented people and to listen (the most undersold value today). So, in July, I am going to keep writing, trying new things, giving myself a break when I need it, and, most importantly, listening to what surrounds me.

I want to thank you again for reading “Paris.” It is so special to see my most personal story, as an unknown debut author, receive so much love.

As we step into month seven (my favorite), I hope you’ll also remember to give yourself grace and enjoy the summer sun with the people you love.

Warm Regards,

Veronica Tyler