I need to reach deep into myself to gather my strength. Part of me wants to turn away, to hide. Is it a defense that automatically turns on to protect my heart from pain? But I feel I must bear witness, to see and hear what others are suffering, to honor their lives. I see you New York, New Jersey, Detroit, New Orleans, Georgia, Washington, my state of California, my country.
We must be in this together.
Stream of Consciousness Saturday, #SOCS, is hosted by Linda G Hill. The prompt word for today is ‘deep.’
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My thoughts are with you all. Hang in there. But you know a break every now and then is good for your mental health 🙋♀️🐝
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yes, deb. i so agree, well done
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Thank you, Beth. How are you doing? Thinking of you.
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I’m doing well, thanks for checking)
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Good to hear. 🙂
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❤️
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xo
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I agree, but I’m wondering about those that are now out of work, maybe with kids to feed, maybe they were the only wage earner in the family. I have heard some of them don’t feel like “we are in this together’ and are tired of seeing it all over the TV as they feel very much alone. I think we need to find those families without resources and help. If everyone who has enough found one family that does not and helps…this time would be easier to get through.
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Yes have to make sure they get relief. Many mayors and governors have enacted laws that no one is to be evicted and mortgage lenders are giving forbearance for payments. People are supposed to get the checks from the government soon. Local mayors and community organizations could reach out to those in their communities who need assistance and they should.
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I saw this on Washington Post. It explains how people can get help with food and rent/mortgage problems. https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2020/04/03/unemployed-coronavirus-faq/?arc404=true
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This is a powerful piece. 💛
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Thank you, Laura. ❤
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I am inspired by your courage and compassion, Deborah. It’s natural to want to escape. I need to continually balance self care and bearing witness of worldly events. Take care and stay well.
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Self care is important too. It so terrible to see this unfolding. The people on the front lines are so courageous and it has to be very hard to be there right now.
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It must be. I hope they’re taking care of themselves as much as they can and getting support they deserve.
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It seems like so many of them are working to their limits. I hope they feel supported.
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