I've only experienced one hurricane in my life; Hurricane Gloria in 1985, when I was living in Portsmouth, RI on Aquidneck Island. As a native Midwesterner, I had no idea what to expect, and so I hunkered down with my dogs gathered round me and waited. I distinctly remember my reaction when we were in the eye. I found myself breathing again, even when I knew there was more to come. (We were lucky. Gloria hit during low tide, and the island did not sustain much damage as compared to other areas of Rhode Island and New England.)
Today I want to celebrate the good we see around us. I do not want to minimize what is happening in TX and LA; nor am I suggesting that 45*s idiocy can be ignored. But August recess is almost over, and the need for daily/weekly calls to our reps will be essential once again. We are more aware than ever of the need to confront racism and sexism in all its forms, and there will be ongoing calls for support as Harvey moves on and the rebuilding begins. We're far from out of the storm, but today, let's create and enjoy a brief breathing space.
Things that immediately light up my day
Finding light in the darkness
Memes, because even wry laughter is laughter
I hear there are some statues in our country that need to be replaced
I never saw this coming; not with the current governor of IL
Twenty-nine years or so later...
Can't leave out Michelle...
Speaking of leaders...
Last, but never least