Maya Thompson, whose son Ronan inspired Taylor Swift’s song of the same name, praised Tatiana Schlossberg for openly sharing her recent health struggles.
In a Saturday article for The New Yorker called ‘A Battle With My Blood,’ 35-year-old Kara Schlossberg, granddaughter of President John F. Kennedy, shared her experience after receiving a terminal cancer diagnosis and a one-year life expectancy.
Maya, whose son Ronan passed away from neuroblastoma in 2011, is credited as a co-writer on Taylor Swift’s song of the same name. Swift was moved to write the song after learning about Maya’s story.
Maya praised Schlossberg’s writing as exceptional, explaining that it reminded her of important lessons she learned while her son was seriously ill – specifically, to appreciate every moment and not take life for granted, regardless of age.
Maya shared that reading the article moved her to tears like nothing else ever had. She explained that truly impactful writing goes beyond simply conveying information; it connects with something deep and unspoken within us.
Maya suggested the article would be perfect for anyone who still thinks life is predictable.
Maya illustrated her point by referencing people who haven’t received life-altering medical news, and those who’ve lost sight of how precious life is.
She wrote, ‘But I do not just understand this piece. I live inside it because of Ronan.’
As someone who’s navigated some tough times, I was really struck by Schlossberg’s writing. It actually brought back a lot of what I learned while caring for my son when he was ill. Those experiences taught me so much about life, and it was amazing to see those lessons echoed in her work.
Maya shared that her son showed her the profoundness of loving someone with limited time. She explained he also helped her understand that it’s possible to feel both hopeful and afraid at the same time.
It really struck me when he explained that memory isn’t just something you have, it’s something you start carefully guarding the instant you understand that life keeps moving forward, and some of your most cherished moments will inevitably become the past. It’s like you suddenly become aware of their fragility and want to hold onto them as tightly as you can.
Maya explained that experiencing genuine truth fundamentally changes your perspective on life. It allows you to love freely and without needing anyone’s approval.
Maya explained that Schlossberg’s work reminded her of the difficult times she spent in the hospital with her son, and of the specific memories she had of his courageous fight for health.
She described a quiet scene: whispers, worn blankets, and stretching shadows. She realized that true bravery isn’t always grand gestures; sometimes it’s just finding the strength to remain present, even when you desperately want to escape.
I felt it all come rushing back – that familiar, lingering sadness, and the gentle, enduring love that somehow keeps me going, even through the pain.
Maya believes Schlossberg is genuinely suffering, and she’s carefully assessing her own actions while facing a life-threatening situation.
Maya described Schlossberg as someone who carefully tries to remember the faces of those she cares about. She writes about her son, focusing on every small detail as she watches him play, wanting to keep those moments vivid in her memory.
She describes the heartbreaking scene of her husband sleeping on the floor of the hospital, and reflects on the simultaneous experiences of new life and loss.
Maya described Schlossberg’s writing as clear, gentle, and filled with a deep love for life – as if the author couldn’t bear the thought of saying goodbye to it.
Maya said that ‘this is what illness really is,’ as opposed to statistics or charts.
Maya described it as cherishing everyday moments like precious gems. It’s about recognizing how quickly things can become just memories, and quietly saying the names of loved ones, hoping they won’t be forgotten.
Maya also commended Schlossberg for addressing her family’s history and publicly criticizing her relative, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who served as a health official under President Trump. She described Kennedy Jr. as a disgrace for sharing false information that endangers those struggling with their health.
Maya ended her emotional peace with a poignant message to Schlossberg.
Maya said, “Tatiana, if this message reaches you, please know this: you are amazing, you shine brightly, and your thoughts are important. I wish you well. And remember, life isn’t always fair.”
‘But your honesty is a light, and tonight your light reached me.’
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