so, I wish I had the perfect thing to write, but, you know, that would take time & energy, which seem in such short supply at this moment. So, I'll just say, thanks for writing this up; sharing what is working for you; and contributing where you are finding it's possible. Sure "it’s not enough" - but, at some level, it never is - there's always a better world to strive for. I =totally= agree that this moment feels (and is) very different than any in our lifetimes, and so the 'not enough' bit is super maddening/frustrating/painful/sad. But I take some heart in knowing that many many of us are working to oppose the destruction, in lots of different ways - and coping as we can, sharing what works. (I've been diving into some discussion in a music league, as a side light and energy boost). And now it's back to grading; and I =will= get that hometown Op-Ed /Letter to the Editor finished up...
It's good to hear from you! Thanks for the reading recommendations, I'm intrigued by Wild Dark Shore (and just found a used copy online from NOT THAT COMPANY). Unfortunately our library isn't great and doesn't have it. I'm staying away from news and headlines (sort of) by trying to learn Japanese (Hiragana to start with), wish me luck. (すし sushi) - it's' going to be a life-long project I can tell already.
Thank you, Mary! Now I can picture you walking your dog through the Scottish spring, while practicing Japanese. Let me know what you think of the book!
I feel bad that you feel bad. I too have been creating less, but journaling more. My rationale is that the people of the future are going to need help understanding what the hell just happened here and how the populace seemed to just let it go more quietly than one might have expected. Health-related family issues have prevented me from showing up to rallies and doing much civic stuff but if things continue I hope to be able to show up in the future.
Good to hear your voice, Liz.
so, I wish I had the perfect thing to write, but, you know, that would take time & energy, which seem in such short supply at this moment. So, I'll just say, thanks for writing this up; sharing what is working for you; and contributing where you are finding it's possible. Sure "it’s not enough" - but, at some level, it never is - there's always a better world to strive for. I =totally= agree that this moment feels (and is) very different than any in our lifetimes, and so the 'not enough' bit is super maddening/frustrating/painful/sad. But I take some heart in knowing that many many of us are working to oppose the destruction, in lots of different ways - and coping as we can, sharing what works. (I've been diving into some discussion in a music league, as a side light and energy boost). And now it's back to grading; and I =will= get that hometown Op-Ed /Letter to the Editor finished up...
Thank you for your kind words, John. Music is another source of light!
It's good to hear from you! Thanks for the reading recommendations, I'm intrigued by Wild Dark Shore (and just found a used copy online from NOT THAT COMPANY). Unfortunately our library isn't great and doesn't have it. I'm staying away from news and headlines (sort of) by trying to learn Japanese (Hiragana to start with), wish me luck. (すし sushi) - it's' going to be a life-long project I can tell already.
Thank you, Mary! Now I can picture you walking your dog through the Scottish spring, while practicing Japanese. Let me know what you think of the book!
I feel bad that you feel bad. I too have been creating less, but journaling more. My rationale is that the people of the future are going to need help understanding what the hell just happened here and how the populace seemed to just let it go more quietly than one might have expected. Health-related family issues have prevented me from showing up to rallies and doing much civic stuff but if things continue I hope to be able to show up in the future.
It's a long hard slog, Liz. Good to hear from you! ✌️