It's so warm~🌸 A letter to Kotobato-san
I joined the Writing Club two summers ago.
That was right around the time I had just started a new job.
I wasn't used to the interpersonal relationships, and on top of that, there was a supervisor I didn't get along with. I couldn't remember my work tasks either, and I felt lonely. (The part-time staff were all very kind, though.)
At such a time, the Writing Club became my emotional support.
Reading the notes of Kotobato-san, of course, as well as other members, encouraged me and made me feel warm inside.
For me, this place became another warm, comforting home outside of my family.
It is very comfortable.🌼
Along the way, there were times I stepped away from the Writing Club (this was entirely my own failure in pacing, not the fault of Kotobato-san or the Writing Club!!), but I felt lonely writing by myself, so I ended up coming back. Haha.
The Writing Club has been incredibly lively lately. It feels like a festival every day.🤭
I suppose that's why so many different people are drawn to such a fun atmosphere.
To put it mildly, I don't think there are many communities as comfortable as this one.
The sense of distance is just right, and everyone is so kind.
Since I'm surrounded by such wonderful people, I feel like my own heart is becoming wonderful too. Haha.
There is so much to learn every day.
It's called the Writing Club, but I think there are many important things scattered throughout it beyond just writing.
When I read Kotobato-san's articles, I can touch upon your own values and thoughts,
and every day I find myself thinking, 'Ah, I see, that's true!!' and learning so much.
Sometimes, it even helps me recalibrate my own heart.
It is gentle, and sometimes strict. But it is all filled with love.
I love the words that Kotobato-san weaves.
I have been encouraged by Kotobato-san's words many times.
When I'm feeling down because things aren't going well at work,
when I can't write my notes the way I want to,
when I have no energy, or when I feel like I'm losing sight of myself.
Kotobato-san, at any time and in any situation,
has always gently pushed me forward.
The reason I've been able to continue writing notes this far
is truly thanks to Kotobato-san and the Writing Club.
If I hadn't encountered the Writing Club, I don't think my life would be this colorful.
The Monoka Kingdom event I participated in for the first time last year
was very hard to write for, but it was a lot of fun. I had the chance to interact with new people, and I feel like I had a valuable experience. I learned so much.
Thank you for always organizing such fun projects!
I'm still a novice, but I look forward to your continued support! (Like a bride entering a new family! Haha)
The Writing Club is here.
May the circle of kindness expand~🌸
♦︎♢♦︎♢
I participated in a project by Shiina Otowa, who is also in the Writing Club. (The illustration for the letter is so cute💕)
I am also always encouraged by Shiina-san. She is truly a wonderful person. In the Writing Club, she was always coming up with ideas, and I thought it was amazing. Kotobato-san is the leader of the Writing Club, but I think Shiina-san's presence has also been a huge factor in how much it has grown and thrived.☺️
Thank you for letting me participate in such a wonderful project!🌸
(It went over 1000 characters💦 Sorry for the length!)