Hi everyone, welcome to Thanks for being here, a short weekly pod to remind us of the many essential

and beautiful ways we affect one another. Every Sunday I'll read a submission from a listener,

Kelly Corrigan Wonders, could be wedding vows or about

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Today's thanks for being here comes from a listener named Joan Murphy Baker. She says, hi Kelly, I'm a long time fan ever since the middle place was published and it has

been brilliant to watch your meteor rise.

I'm attaching an essay I wrote recently for consideration

on your Sunday podcast.

I have never shared my writing until now.

I hope you enjoy all the best, Joan. Well, Joan Joan we did enjoy it so thanks a lot for sharing it and if any

of you feel inspired to pass something along for consideration you know where to find us.

Hello at Kelly Corrigan.com.

Jones piece is called tucked in.

While recuperating recently from an extensive spine surgery, all of my personal care required assistance from my husband.

For everything from moving in and out of bed, getting dressed, showering, managing my meals and medicines,

to keeping appointments with doctors and physical therapists.

I was in his hands.

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