saplecutie · 2mo
Hi Lera,
This is long overdue on my part, but I want to finally express my feelings. The first work of yours that I read was "Hypothetically, Let’s Say You Love Me," and it was truly one of the most beautifully written stories I had ever come across. Even though I’ve been infatuated with literature since I was young, your story struck me deeply.
It led me into Saplecute lore, and that’s when I discovered "Canon in D." At that time, it rocked my world and moved me so deeply that I still grieve and long for the emotions I felt reading it for the first time. Since then, I’ve read thousands of stories, but I can proudly and unabashedly say that nothing has ever made me feel the way I did the day I discovered "Canon in D."
It was also around that time that I lost someone very close and dear to me, so Jungkook and Yoongi became my pillars in overcoming such a difficult period. I know you’ve mentioned that the story doesn’t really resonate with you anymore, and I can’t blame you for that, but I felt it would be a shame if I didn’t express my gratitude for your art.
I want you to know that there is a depth in your writing that resonates with something within me. Your ability to capture emotions and experiences so vividly has not only moved me but has also pushed me to see the world a little differently. I find myself reflecting on your words long after I’ve finished reading, and that’s such a rare gift.
So, Lera, please keep sharing your beautiful work. You may not always realize the impact you’re making, but your words matter. They inspire people like me who might be struggling or searching for something meaningful.
Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for your creativity, passion, and honesty. If you ever wake up feeling unmotivated or feel like your writing isn’t worth sharing with the world, just know that there’s someone like me who will always read and appreciate your craft.
Your No. 1 fan,
Nina
P.S. I even told my creative writing professor about you!
Hi my dear Nina,
I think it's perfect timing right now.
Since you've opened about yourself, I'm gonna tell you: I started writing Canon in D two weeks before we find out he was sick, I wrote it all throughout his one-month journey of his illness, and one month after he passed away, I completed and posted the story on ao3. When I just started writing it, I didn't know what grief was, but as he passed away, I found comfort in my own words and living in that story was necessary in order for me not go crazy with loss. As years pass, this story for me is still like rubbing salt into the wound, and that is the only reason why it doesn't resonate anymore--I barely remember writing it. I barely remember that September. I am glad and relieved to hear, however, that these characters and this story still resonate with you and matter to you--as an author, what else should I be hoping for? Only for this story to continue to be something precious and comforting to you for as long as you'd like! Thank you so much for being here.
Nina, thank you so much for your words today and all the other times you've found kindness in yourself to share your thoughts on my writing with me. I have never taken it for granted&frankly, I don't think I ever will, thank you so much. Please know that there is a human in my side of the world that is always rooting for you and wishing for your well-being and good health. I'm not saying this to be polite--I mean it :) Sometimes it all feels a bit unbearable and pointless, because for most time I'm actually perfectly content to keep my writing to myself, but then I get messages like yours and I remember that sharing and getting my words exposed to others' experiences and feelings is also part of the process. So I am incredibly grateful to have you with me on my journey!
Yours,
Lera
P.S.: that is insane! T________T
