Wow, it sounds like a lot of people could use a hug right now. Thank you for all the love and the kind words. I try to remind myself a lot that the most important thing we can do right now is be kind to others and keep doing things that bring us joy. That's one of the best ways to fight back.
During the encampment at Valley Forge, an estimated 1,700 to 2,000 soldiers out of a total force of 12,000 died from disease, possibly exacerbated by malnutrition and cold, wet weather.
U salvaged my sanity countless times. U r loved & appreciated.Throngs of Dems & Ind. voters know your worth. We must get a way to teach MAGA to "get it". Any chance the Sisters in Law could run a teaching site & educate them? Crazed, I know.
I’m trying to plan two weddings for two of my daughters. I’m supposed to be enjoying this time but in the back of my mind it’s all dreadful thoughts of their futures. I hate what we’ve become.
What are we revolting for real? When do we take our country back from these muthafuckas? How much more are we going to let slide, how many more people will be kidnapped or killed or allowed to die before we do something meaningful to take our country back. Now is the time for "Good guys w guns"‼️
Joyce without your knowledge and experience, we would all be in the depths of despair. While I realize that you may be getting tired and weary as they say, your voice is helping many of us to hold onto at least a shred of our hope. Thank you for all you do!!
Someone asked me the other day if I would like to be 20 years old again (I'm 72 now.) I thought for a second and said, "No, I don't like where this country is headed right now, and I wouldn't want to live in this country for the next 50 years." Haven't changed my mind.
Gonna be tough to look my maga parents in the eyes when I see them. Have to wrap my hopes and dreams in Kevlar and never speak to them about anything consequential. Talk about the weather or someone sick in the larger family. Being an environ. Qa chemist, can't even talk about my screwed industry.
Thinking of your chickens and dog/s make me feel better. Thank you for all the work you. We need people like you to help US understand, and I really appreciate the you you are! Cheers from Portland OR with critters.
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If you only knew how many people you bring hope and joy to. We don’t feel alone because of you. If I could give you a hug, I would. You’re a Mench. You’re a scholar. You’re not alone.
I'm also overwhelmed by the devastation to our democracy. It's OK to step away to take care of yourself. Take walks in nature, hug your loved ones, watch TV shows that make you smile (like The Dog House on Max).
Today it feels like it is all getting away from us all. Just feels hopeless in so many ways.. We are fighting so hard and even case on deportation is being sidetracked because flying in our country seems more dangerous and uncertain. The basics will cloud the corruption.
I’m having a rough day with it all today myself. I think the rfk jr spectacle tipped me over the edge. I was handling the plane thing alright and took the 13.7 million losing healthcare reveal in stride.
I binge watch Star Trek. 😁
It doesn't help much, but it's better than when I tried drinking. All I did was call my Republican Congressman and scream obscenities at him. 🤷♀️
Maria Ressa said that while she was imprisoned in the Philippines because of her reporting during the Duterte regime, she and her fellow prisoners made a pact that only one of them could be depressed at a time. The others would lift up the one and help keep the faith that their path was righteous.
Hang in there. Your voice is so important and although it might feel like yelling into the wind, you are not. Your expertise, brilliant analysis, and kindness help so many keep going and working to make change.
I feel you though and frequently feel the same. Hugs do help. ❤️
I have finally hit rock bottom. I don’t recognize this country. The spineless GOP and the absolute lawlessness of the administration. Our 248 year run was nice but we’re in an authoritarian dictatorship. If I had the strength to leave my grandkids, I’ll leave America. It is beyond broken.
These are hard days. We've used so much energy, and it seems to get worse and worse. But!
“Remember that all through history, there have been tyrants and murderers, and for a time, they seem invincible. But in the end, they always fall. Always.”
― Mahatma Gandhi, Gandhi: An Autobiography
There are exceptions — Xi is having quite a run, but I could make a long list of those who did fall. Gaddafi being dragged through the streets, Mussolini hanging…
It will take some time, but Trump will be gone, and there is no one with his cult magnetism to replace him.
That’s natural, and shows you’re a normal human being. Seeing all the unnecessary damage and harm this administration is and will do to its own people is saddening. But the sadness is also a source of inspiration to resist in anyway we can!
Even doom scrolling is hard on the eyes 👀 so many lunatics in this Administration it hard to track like we are fact checking crazy people. I am totally convinced faux spews is the catalyst for this retard right imagination illegal activities. Duarte is at The Hague for killing so many of his people
Sending you a hug 🤗. A lot of people rely on your intelligent commentary to make sense of the situation but you absolutely need to take care of yourself first!! Do something special for yourself, you deserve it!💕
You are not alone. There are so many of us on this ship together and sometimes you just have to step back for a minute to regain your strength and trust that everyone will have the strength to overcome this, because we STAND UNITED and support each other.
It can be really tough to see the world in turmoil and think about what past generations went through. Your father's experiences in WW2 likely had a profound impact on him, and it's beautiful that you're carrying on his legacy in your own way.
It is overwhelming! The resister community here on Bluesky helps me cope, but I can't even imagine what it's like for someone like you whose job is to immerse yourself in the non-stop barrage of BS coming out of this administration! 🥺
You are not alone in the sadness you're feeling. It does help to know there are so many kind people out there who feel the same. Take care of yourself, take mental health breaks, connect with nature, and find some joy each day -- even if it's a small thing like having an ice cream sundae.
This is unbelievably difficult. Your integrity, wisdom and humanity shine through this storm. Thank you for your dedication. Please take the time and space you need to recharge and nourish your soul 💙
I’m so sorry. Maybe a stroll around your beautiful property, and some time with your sweet animals will help? I’m very appreciative of your dedication to helping people like myself better understand this awful period in our country. It’s exhausting and defeating on purpose. Heartfelt thanks.
Most of us feel like we're sinking beneath the surface, unseen and drowning in this constant flood of terrible events. We all need to have life preservers handy and save as many of each other as possible. It's overwhelming. Keep hanging on!
I understand completely. I had to take a day away from all this yesterday and have a mental health day. I wonder every day if I will be getting another Social Security check, or how we will afford living where we do. It can become overwhelming. Take care of yourselves. Fight when we can.
I called my bank the other day to see if my Social Security check was received so I could pay my bills. My anxiety was high because I wasn't sure if it would be there.
Mimi squeezes these boys every chance she gets!!! Thankfully my grandsons are 4 miles from me. My son’s getting married in Sep’t & he’ll have just turned 35 (I know) & there will be another grand baby (hopefully) next year! I advocate for their futures!!!
It’s gotten me down especially this week for some reason. I’m trying to fill my time with gardening and nature walks. All of my major life stressors right now are caused by that evil man and his admin. There’s no escaping the damage he’s doing.
I’m sorry. You’re carrying a lot of weight for a lot of us. Your words lift me up every day, but I know that is not your job, and I hope you find a little joy in the world each day.
Send you much love, light, and peace. Take time for yourself to recharge. The fight is worth it because giving in to the other option is unacceptable. Good people stand stronger together. We stand with you.
I so agree with you!! Then I say.." SNAP OUT OF IT"..
I try to find some joy by looking out on the lake, watch the birds, go in my house and do laundry,eat some sweet..and say..SNAP OUT OF IT..
We have to keep on keeping on and as my grandfather said “Don’t let the bastards get you down”. I refuse to let those who abuse my kindness make me bitter and unkind. There are way too many unkind and bitter people in the world.
It is a lot. Do the best you can and take care of yourself. Spend some time with your knitting and your chickens. Give yourself time to just breathe. It's okay.
You can’t keep us all going and forget yourself. This is awful. And it’s coming for all of us. All we can do is love each other and continue to always speak the truth. Truth isn’t winning right now but someday. Love to you.
My sadness is overwhelming at times. Getting on my bike and riding around my neighborhood on the rural gravel roads is a great escape. Seeing the farmland with livestock and crops all around is a much-needed refuge. 🐄🐮🐖🐔🐓
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Take care of yourself. Hug a dog. Hug a chicken. Spend time looking at the stars and being quiet in nature. You are one of my lifelines. This is not how I expected to spend my sunset years but I refuse to to in or give up.
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measure of our attention is to praise the Devil."
“We must risk delight.”
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When your tank is replenished, go fight like hell!
You are not alone.
Consider yourself hugged.
We must hold each other up, and persevere.
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The transient nature of our existence is largely misunderstood.
... they are such little characters ...
All’s we can do is keep on keepin’ on…together.
#Resist.
Resist some more.
Rest.
Repeat.
It doesn't help much, but it's better than when I tried drinking. All I did was call my Republican Congressman and scream obscenities at him. 🤷♀️
#keepthefaith
I feel you though and frequently feel the same. Hugs do help. ❤️
“Remember that all through history, there have been tyrants and murderers, and for a time, they seem invincible. But in the end, they always fall. Always.”
― Mahatma Gandhi, Gandhi: An Autobiography
It will take some time, but Trump will be gone, and there is no one with his cult magnetism to replace him.
Makes me very sad too.
That’s why they need to cheat.
(my beautiful wife excepted, whew)
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Robert Frost and Mozart renew my spirit esp during these very trying times.
Rediscovering classic Japense, French & Bergman films.
Big things-my WWII Veteran dads war letters & recalling our struggles with 'Nam & how it made us who we are.
And Earl Grey Tea & Steinbeck.
Take a breather. Rest up. Protect your peace 🫂.
We will fight again tomorrow 💪
I try to find some joy by looking out on the lake, watch the birds, go in my house and do laundry,eat some sweet..and say..SNAP OUT OF IT..
When you focus on the near past, you get an uncomfortable rollercoaster ride. When you're a student of history, you know when to duck...
Never forget it.
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