Comments on: That’s Life

By: Seth Fischer

Seth Fischer — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 02:52:14 +0000

You know, The Rumpus is the only place on the Internet where I read the comments, and there’s a reason for that. Thanks, Kay, Vinnie, Mrs. Robinson, and all! It means a lot.

By: Kay Nilsson

Kay Nilsson — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 18:54:26 +0000

I had to write an analysis of this for my class. I poured over it for hours. Part of me wants to join the class room chorus of “we know” but that part of me is a moron. I enjoyed every second of it. Even the things that made me have uncomfortable realizations about my life and my place in it. Thank you, this piece has made me think.

By: Mrs. Robinson SF

Mrs. Robinson SF — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 21:19:57 +0000

Your depiction of being in your body, being altogether human is breath-taking, heart-breaking, honest and true.

By: Vincent Chandler

Vincent Chandler — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 20:00:42 +0000

when the dynamism of life is too much to comprehend or reason with – your work enables me to let go without changing who I secretly am. beautiful work, my boy.

By: Edbo

Edbo — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 21:06:49 +0000

“Life is a bed of pain.” Thanks for reminding us that it is normal NOT to be able to cope. The trick is to MAKE MEANING despite the realization that life is ultimately meaningless suffering. Be nice to yourself.

By: Liz

Liz — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 20:59:52 +0000

I know the just want to stay in bed all day feeling. Because we’re looking for a respite from the ache, and for a place of safety. But…let it be said…you ARE up to the challenge. Try to hear the voice that says you’re not with skepticism.

By: a

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 16:20:30 +0000

thank you.

By: M.L. Hamilton

M.L. Hamilton — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 15:57:15 +0000

Exactly what I needed to read right now.

By: Tina

Tina — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 01:10:43 +0000

This is so moving, Seth. I was riveted. Thank you for sharing such a meaningful, honest, well-thought-out piece. In all the horror, I think we have to look for whatever moments of peace we can find. Wishing them for you.

By: Amanda

Amanda — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 01:09:32 +0000

Dear Seth, this is the pain of being awake. It may be more painful, but it beats the hell out of staying asleep. You are surrounded by Light.