I might have guessed this was true. Then I heard this interview with journalist Amanda Mull, from The Atlantic, who's documented the effects of this Pandemic Time on the social fabric of our lives. Weak Ties. They matter. Beyond our "main" connections and core, closest family and friends, it's the people maybe one or two …
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Sitting With Lu
Sitting one evening at the table, talking to my younger daughter. She’s in her pajamas; me too. She’s playing with her dolls. I’m listening, face in my hands. Nodding off, I gently drift. “Dad, you’re falling asleep...!”, she mocks me. And then she goes back to her story, recounting a “Full House” episode. I’m focusing …
Feed The Birds
Simple joy, feeding the birds. Two feeders hang off the house, outside windows, we get a good view. My grandparents fed the birds. My parents fed the birds; heck, one of the feeders I use is from my folks. It’s just so peaceful. Listen to the birds. Listen to them, warblers, wrens, finches, doves. Squirrels …
Navalny
Democracy is for all humanity, at least it should be, in my humble opinion. One country in which democracy has long struggled is Russia. One voice that resonates from within? Alexei Anatoliovich Navalny. He has become maybe the most powerful voice calling for an end to corruption and more transparency in the Russian political system, …
Skinned Knees: Hope Is A Salve
Skinned knees. Remember them before? Maybe recently? Even if it’s been a while since you physically fell to the ground...maybe you’ve had a series of fails at work - it’s sort of the same. It stings; it hurts; the wound lingers, there’s periodic pain, it doesn’t go away quickly. What’s the answer, what’s the salve …
Ah, Glorious Slumber!
“Ah glorious slumber”, I often think. More, and especially quality sleep equals longer, happier life. Sleep fills us up, fortifies, heals us. Some need a little more, some a little less, but we all need it. Tired? Sleep! Stressed? Sleep! Lately I’ve been both of the above. Lots of change, very busy at work, COVID …
Another Voice for Change
After MLK Jr. Day, after all the many situations and examples and tragedies that have been freshly brought to light of late around racial inequality, and the many things we need to do to change things for the better... I came across these two posts from one of my more favorite voices on social media. …
How Far? MLK Jr.
This is a day to remember many things. Where we started. Where we’ve been. How far we have to go. And of course, this man, Martin Luther King Junior, his words, his work, his inspiration. Especially after these recent years, and all the divides, I think I'm most hopeful that King's words only gain more …
Down the Street
End of the week, looking down the street. Weekend here, feel the beat. Make the best of it, Lift it up, Let things slow, Feel a little more, Still lots to do, One thing at a time, And breath deep, deep, Deep down, don’t frown, Smile, smile, looking down the street.
Inspiration Everywhere: An Occasional Series
One of the main purposes of this blog is to further positive feelings, vibes, attitudes. Through snippets, tales, stories, recaps, I look to show and share the good, even in situations that sometimes don’t seem so positive on the face of it. When I was a kid I used to read the weekly magazine, Sports …
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