Comments on: How To Have Tourette’s Part 8: A Long Walk

By: Yusuf

Yusuf — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 16:39:34 +0000

Hey Josh,

Just want to say a simple thanks for documenting your path and your personality. It’s riveting, helpful, and inspiring.

Continued Success,

Yusuf

By: Victoria Vargas

Victoria Vargas — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 15:22:12 +0000

Great post and powerful story! Animals do indeed remind us of what’s important and what unconditional love and acceptance is all about. My cat is absolutely my best friend – she’s pulled me through some tough losses over the past two years just by reminding me of the power of simple joys and gut-rocking laughter. She makes me laugh constantly! So, what’s the status on your book?

By: Karina

Karina — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 10:45:01 +0000

Hi Josh. As always, beautiful post. It’s hard when you’re that one person who sticks out – I’ve been there too, although only because I was a giant, on the heavy side and I used to dress funny. But nevertheless, people stared at me and kids would always make fun of me. It got to the point where I would spedt my recesses in the bathroom, sitting on the toilet so that the teachers wouldn’t see me. I’d even eat my lunch there. i went through middle school, high school and some of university feeling disgusting. When people went out to party, I sat at home reading or writing. I wouldn’t even go to class most of the time because I felt like people were judging me all the time. I’m still working on this negative imagine that I have of myself today, but I do feel like I’ve come a long way. Perhaps self acceptance gets better with age?

By: Josh Hanagarne

Josh Hanagarne — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 03:41:08 +0000

Laura, Laura, Laura. No crying in Peru! I’m glad too, though. I’ll be sending you some stuff tomorrow, by the way. (wink!)

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By: Laura Cococcia

Laura Cococcia — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 02:28:47 +0000

Just like Vanessa, I cried when I read this. All the way from South America. You are probably the strongest person I know … just being honest. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving – I’m grateful our paths have crossed, my friend.

By: Josh Hanagarne

Josh Hanagarne — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 22:04:49 +0000

Back to work Vanessa! Glad you stopped for a second, though:)

By: Vanessa

Vanessa — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 19:58:21 +0000

Your picture of the shepards is what made mr stop and read today. I’m supposed to be working!
You made me cry. Hard. Not sad tears but more, I guess I relate somehow deeply.
Joshy was on his lonesome at the park last week, It was grey and sad, he was especially lonely I felt, when this little Australian Shepard with bright blue eyes charged him from a distance and jumped into his lap, Sat down like, ‘hey bro long time no see.’ Joshy was so happy. Pure joy. Then the owner came and reclaimed her fur baby. Josh cried, hysterical. This is a kid who gives himself a black eye without a tear! I think we’ll start carrying dog chews.

By: Beth L. Gainer

Beth L. Gainer — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 19:00:36 +0000

I love this posting, Josh. You certainly were the leader of the pack. Maybe this works with wolves as well?