I wish GenX and older millennials were given more space to talk about the impact of the recession on our lives. Wiped out savings, career paths diverted, homeownership delayed, debt everywhere we turn, the feeling of being perpetually behind what your parents accomplished.

If that’s you, too, I see you. I see you.

I am too emotional to respond to each story, but I want to add that I’m reading each one. I’m so sorry it’s been so hard. None of this was your fault, and I’m so glad that you’re still here.