This is so beautiful, Caitlin. I keep coming back to it. I was really sorry to hear about your dad's passing, but glad to learn a bit about him. May he rest in peace and may your memories of him buoy your spirit forevermore.
This is beautiful, Caitlin, and I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I hope your happy memories of your dad will continue to lift your spirits in the days and months to come. Thank you for writing. Glad you wound up in Charlottesville for a season.
Hi, Caitlin. I've had your post in my inbox, looking forward to the weekend when I knew I'd have time to savor your writing. Quite a few parts here really spoke to me---from the synchronicities to the words we carry from our fathers. May he continue to surprise you, comfort you, and cheer you on for the rest of your days as my dad does. I also appreciate your reading recommendations. I'm sending you the biggest hug. Oh, and thank you for sharing your gift of writing... whether you perceive it ranging somewhere on shit to the shit...I think it's all pretty genius 😉
Thanks so much, Heidi. This means a lot. I’m glad your dad continues to surprise and support you ❤️ I’ve been enjoying reading your newsletter as well ❤️
Caitlin, Thank you for this deeply moving post. I have contributed to the Zayneb project.
Your Dad was the Executive Producer of All Things Considered when I was hired to work there. I had heard good things about him ahead of time (that he was a great guy, that nobody swore in his presence!). All were understatements. His moral core was steel-like, but he was kind and soft spoken. He inspired us to be and do our best because of who he was. He set the tone at NPR. Long live Ted Clark.
In Chicago, we say, "Don't let the perfect be the enemy of the good". It's such an important thing to remember. It says a lot that Brenda helped you write the notice. Ted Clark was an ally. He fought for his reporters, and he was a kind man. Trust me, these were rare traits among NPR editors. May his memory forever be a blessing.
Ted was such a good neighbor. I was sorry to hear about his passing. I was not familiar with his work, but his moral code is admirable and this piece is a great tribute to his legacy. It is inspirational.
Thanks, Ben. We loved being neighbors with your family. I wasn’t familiar with much of his work either. Trying to get more so although much of it preceded the internet
What a wonderful piece, thank you so much for sharing.
Thank you for reading!
This is so beautiful, Caitlin. I keep coming back to it. I was really sorry to hear about your dad's passing, but glad to learn a bit about him. May he rest in peace and may your memories of him buoy your spirit forevermore.
Thanks so much, Helen <3
This is beautiful, Caitlin, and I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I hope your happy memories of your dad will continue to lift your spirits in the days and months to come. Thank you for writing. Glad you wound up in Charlottesville for a season.
Thanks Abby ❤️
Hi, Caitlin. I've had your post in my inbox, looking forward to the weekend when I knew I'd have time to savor your writing. Quite a few parts here really spoke to me---from the synchronicities to the words we carry from our fathers. May he continue to surprise you, comfort you, and cheer you on for the rest of your days as my dad does. I also appreciate your reading recommendations. I'm sending you the biggest hug. Oh, and thank you for sharing your gift of writing... whether you perceive it ranging somewhere on shit to the shit...I think it's all pretty genius 😉
Thanks so much, Heidi. This means a lot. I’m glad your dad continues to surprise and support you ❤️ I’ve been enjoying reading your newsletter as well ❤️
Caitlin, Thank you for this deeply moving post. I have contributed to the Zayneb project.
Your Dad was the Executive Producer of All Things Considered when I was hired to work there. I had heard good things about him ahead of time (that he was a great guy, that nobody swore in his presence!). All were understatements. His moral core was steel-like, but he was kind and soft spoken. He inspired us to be and do our best because of who he was. He set the tone at NPR. Long live Ted Clark.
Thanks so much, Margaret. Long live indeed ❤️
I'm so sorry for your loss Caitlin and thank you for sharing your father's wisdom with us
Thanks Elinor ❤️
Donated to Zaynab, for you, for your Dad, for a better, more peaceful world. 🙏
Thank you Doualy! ❤️
In Chicago, we say, "Don't let the perfect be the enemy of the good". It's such an important thing to remember. It says a lot that Brenda helped you write the notice. Ted Clark was an ally. He fought for his reporters, and he was a kind man. Trust me, these were rare traits among NPR editors. May his memory forever be a blessing.
Thank you for this ❤️
Ted was such a good neighbor. I was sorry to hear about his passing. I was not familiar with his work, but his moral code is admirable and this piece is a great tribute to his legacy. It is inspirational.
You and your family are in my thoughts.
Thanks, Ben. We loved being neighbors with your family. I wasn’t familiar with much of his work either. Trying to get more so although much of it preceded the internet
Re: the photo of your dad....Yes! Hold them close.
Ha yes holding close in an attempt to quieten