A day we have all been dreading, Inauguration Day in this shithole country. Well, half of us have been dreading it and literally ALL of my friends and virtually all of my family. I'm sure there are some fools in the family even if they are keeping it quiet.
But, we can't let the bastards win. My friend, 8, posted about the importance of kindness and she is absolutely right. Besides organizing and reaching out to those most severely impacted by the incoming administration, spreading kindness can only help.
Oh, me? I have spent the last week taking care of a friend who surgery. That seems to be my retirement occupation. Unpaid occupation. But, I am very grateful to have good friends and if I can help them in their time of need, then I am lucky to be able to do so. It's another tally on the kindness spectrum.
I am worried about the next four years. I won't let the incoming bastards destroy my life, but I am worried. We will have a lot to do when their term ends. In the meantime, we've got to hold to our beliefs and stay strong for each other.
Hang in there, friends!
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Speak your truth. Live your values. My heart is breaking for the USA.
I am fortunate to live in a state which has already built up defenses against Trump's cruelty. And I don't think any of his policies will impact me directly, except perhaps on the economy, and even then, I am well cushioned. What to do if our democracy collapses seems too large for me to comprehend, (even though I know it is a possibility). So I am focusing on how I can help those who will be greatly impacted. I am donating to the ACLU and Democracy Docket. That's the easy stuff. What I don't know, is how to help the one trans person in my circle, or the newly immigrated in my community, or those already living on a financial edge. It is overwhelming.
If anyone has any ideas, I would love to hear them.
In the meantime, I will not let this evil man take one ounce of joy from me. There is still so much kindness and humanity out there. I intend to add to that.
I'm sorry about your friend. I'm glad they have you for a friend and you are in a position to help.
Kindness.
Yes.
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