Initially presented at the 2023 International Congress of Qualitative Inquiry, this essay is a dedication to Tami Spry. Drawing on memory, personal encounters, and Spry’s scholarship, I share two lessons sprouted from our co-presence to each other and commitment to auto/ethnography. Ultimately, this essay honors Spry for her work, spirit, and steward on being responsible to hearts and humanity.
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