blackgirl on mars: notes on a life in copenhagen (or how my alienation brings me closer to people): Amager, January 2012

What Readers Say...

Throughout the years, I have received emails letting me know that BGOM has struck a chord with you. Here is a collection of some of my favorites:

BG on Mars,

I've been following your blog for 2-3 years now, always inspired by your courage to move to a totally different country. It's been said that women of color are not adventurous, don't take risks, etc. but you are one of those women who disprove that myth. You're probably asking yourself if you did the right thing by leaving NYC, because maybe you're now ready to pick up and move again! I can relate. Sometimes letting grass grow under your feet is a great thing and sometimes it's not if you feel a place has given you all that it can (and you've done all that you can there).

I've lived in four different states and I don't regret any of my moves, I'd rather be someone who's seen more in life than someone who stayed put out of fear.

Best wishes no matter what you do!

‪DuEwa Frazier

Dear Lesley

I was strangely moved by your reading yesterday. Your voice has been with me all day and so has the atmosphere that you created. There's something about the combination of the writing and your voice that really works. Puha. That piece about you father. Sometimes I'm not sure Im cut out for this world.

Let's hope words can make a difference. Let's hope it changes something for someone. Your words already have for me.

Love S

Hi Lesley,

2 minutes after I read your blog I sent the link to my mom. An hour later, this is her response.

We love you Lesley. We think you are a great writer. I think you are a great person, mother, friend, and make a tremendous impact on my life. Keep going because we believe that you have the power and the voice to influence others.

Thank you for your words.

Lesley: I loved it. It brought tears to my eyes and couldn't help but feel that you speak about our experience as well. You are a wonderful writer and should send this on to other media sources in Denmark and US.

I think you're great!

Love, D's MOM

Wow Lesley,

You are an inspiration. Really, I'm not being cheesy, I really appreciate your work and your outlook. I don't know if you've ever read Celestine Prophecy, but part of the book is about relationships. Why we have them, what they're about, what you give or take from them. That there is a purpose and a meaning in everything that we do, and everyone we encounter. Honestly, I believed it when I read it because I feel that I've been aware of it all of my life. But today, I have to tell you that I've been reminded of why things are the way they are, and why things just fall into place. Thank you for giving me your time and devoting a few minutes to remind me of this....twice today.

I have to say, you gave me chicken skin. Your words are great, and your writing is evolving into pieces that I have to pass on and share with others I love.

Thank you for being part of my life, for including me in yours, and inspiring me to continue the journey!

Love you,

Lesley-Ann,

I love your blog.

With all respect, your daddy was FINE!!

Much love,

Michele

Your wonderful book of poetry arrived yesterday.Thank you so much for sending it to me. My heart was broken after reading the first page.I look forward to what the other pages will bring. Hugs, Adrianne

Hi Lilli; My intention was to write to you first thing this morning but I came down here and was immediately distracted by my messy desk. Knowing tomorrow is Monday I just could not face the chaos first thing in the week. Then I went upstairs ...cooked...one must do that when one has little or no money...and the food that is to be cooked requires preparation....but that is always therapeutic for me...and so after finishing that little chore I returned here only to be distracted by emails and the Internet but now I am writing to tell you .. (again), yes YOU are such a BRILLIANT WRITER. What is interesting is that you have mastered the form for both fiction and non-fiction. It is quite amazing how you can tell the same story and each be effective in its' form.It could be a bestseller ...go AHEAD and do it! Love you. mdb

Ok I hope this email doesn't sound creepy or stalkerish. But I follow your blog and your life is like my dream life. I'm a nomad at heart and the fact that you've gotten to live in all those places is sooo cool! Well, thank you for sharing your thoughts on your blog! Drea

Hey, Lesley-Ann, I went to your blog and was somehow transported to your October 2007 blog, titled Brother, Are You Dying? It is such a powerful post. I had a brother who made some mistakes as a teenager that never left him. I also used to love Sister Nancy, and had a membership to Paradise Garage, where I danced every weekend into the morning hours for a long time. I am so glad you are writing and taking some time off to do it. I hope all is well. Love you, L

Anonymous has left a new comment on your post "She Is Gone Now...": Your poem hit home for me....hard. I'm losing my grandmother (rapidly). She no longer knows who I am. Cruel.

Anonymous has left a new comment on your post "How to Get Home Again (for Willimae Walls)": Have read some of your stories and love the way you express yourself. Keep up the good work!

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