INBOX BROTHERS FOREVER
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Tributes to loved ones who have gone before us should not, of course, be the subject of literary critique. These are heartfelt expressions of love and loss that are shared no matter of our communication abilities.
I would, however, like to acknowledge the incredible reflection of a brother’s love and the loss felt written by Editor-in-Chief Michael McHugh in his May editorial. I thought this tribute was incredible and brought me as a reader to not only feel your loss but to share it as well. Thank you for opening your heart up to your readers in this very personal way. Selwyn
DEEPEST SYMPATHIES
Michael, I was saddened to read that your much loved brother, Steve, passed away suddenly, and how deep grief and heartbreak at his loss has left you feeling ‘adrift’ and still reeling from the shock. Your editorial, raw and honest, was a tribute to a brother who clearly has left a large hole in your family. You mentioned how your brother loved being involved in family get-togethers: I know that in time, these will continue and that stories about Steve will flow in abundance and keep alive the memory of someone who was so very special to you, and all your family. My deepest sympathies.
Also in that issue, one of the photos featured in your World Watch series – the haunting photo of thousands of Indian farming women gathered together on the outskirts of New Delhi in a powerful protest against the country’s laws – had me returning to it over and over again.
I also loved Dr Rob Selzer’s article ‘Hidden Treasures’. Oh, so true! Judith
LARGEST PROTEST IN HISTORY
I’m embarrassed to say I had never heard of the Indian farmers’ protest until I read the story in the May issue of MiNDFOOD. It amazes me that a celebrity can be the lead story on the nightly news, but something as important as the largest protest in history doesn’t even get a mention. Thank goodness for MiNDFOOD and keep up the good work. Sarah
MAGNIFICENT MELISSA
I loved your May cover story on Melissa McCarthy. Sick of being stereotyped as a fat, jolly actress who is a bit of a clown, Melissa became proactive and transformed herself.
She stopped taking the ‘clown’ roles and started showing her skills in gritty dramas. Bravo to Melissa McCarthy for having the strength to stop being a joke and getting real. Linda
DARK HOLE OF ADDICTION
“No-one tries methamphetamine thinking they’re going to become an addict, but the drug takes control right away.” What a powerful statement by Candice Martin (‘My Story’, May). I wish everyone fully understood the truth of that statement. My adult child has fallen in the dark hole of addiction. Thank you, Candice, for providing a glimmer of hope that he too will find the strength to break free of the devastating clutches of addiction. Paula
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