Good morning, Cindy,

First, I want to express my deepest condolences for the loss of your beloved husband. I cannot begin to imagine the depth of your grief, but I do know that God is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). Though words may feel inadequate at times like this, I pray that you find comfort in the promise of our Lord: "And this is the will of Him who sent Me, that I shall lose none of all those He has given Me, but raise them up at the last day" (John 6:39). Your husband is with the Lord, and on that glorious day, we will all be reunited in His presence.

May the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, guard your heart and mind in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7). May He wrap you in His love, strengthen you in your moments of sorrow, and fill your heart with His presence, even in the quietest and loneliest hours.

Now, about your message—thank you! I truly appreciate your kind words and your insightful reflections on the article. Your honesty about George R.R. Martin made me smile! You're definitely not alone—many readers have had a love-hate relationship with his storytelling. And I completely agree—psychopathy, in its broadest sense, does make for fascinating personalities, and not all who fit the mold are inherently bad. Some of the most compelling and charismatic individuals fall somewhere on that spectrum.

I also love your stance on writing—cutting through the fluff, writing what others won’t, and pushing forward regardless of external judgment. That’s the spirit of a true writer! And please, don’t ever feel guilty for the days when grief makes writing difficult. You are on a journey, and some days will be harder than others. But I have no doubt that when you do sit down to write, your words will carry the depth, wisdom, and raw emotion that only someone who has truly lived and loved can express.

Finally, I can’t thank you enough for supporting my work on Amazon. It means so much to me that you found value in my books, and I truly hope they resonate with you. You will always be in my prayers, Cindy, and I pray that God’s grace continues to uphold you.

Wishing you strength, peace, and inspiration in the days ahead.

Warm regards,
John