Hello everyone! I had some glitches for a week or so and was frustrated about not being able to write and post. But, I think everything is fixed now – so… I’m back!
While I have been away the world has certainly been turning and churning. So much to write about… oh, where to start?
“Living in a CoVid World” – we are into a new month and the end is nowhere in sight. Some days I handle it okay, but some days not so much. Going through summertime in CoVid world is what it is, but come September when things are supposed to start back up we will all be greatly effected. I continue to feel for everyone in the education field – and for all the parents and students. Personally, I’m going to miss my music endeavors that used to fill many hours each week. I will also miss a regular college football season. Will there be football at all?
Today I am heading out to get my hair cut and colored. It’s my first time to a salon since early March. I have used some root color a couple of times, but I’m in desperate need again. The young lady who does my hair has moved to a new salon where she has her own little room and she has promised me it will be cleaned well. She will wear a mask – and I will wear a mask.
So, did you see the Axios interview with President Trump From this past weekend? Reporter Jonathon Swan was amazing, and I applaud him. Yes he did a good job, but our president showed his stupidity on his own. You must watch the whole thing.
So this fall will also bring lots of pre-election craziness. Are you ready for it? I don’t know how I will get through it all except to try and rise above it, and laugh. I used to not be able to watch Trump at all without getting infuriated, but I have learned to watch and laugh. ( Most of the time.) I still have a really hard time with seeing people who blindly support him, those who follow him regardless of what is right in front of their faces. I don’t get it. I never will.
On a related subject, we lost another inspirational civil rights leader with the death of Rep. John Lewis. The tributes poured in – except from one obvious person. I have admired Mr. Lewis for as long as I can remember. I read his book sometime back and loved it so much that I bought copies and sent them to family members. Losing him is sad, but during this time of the Black Lives Matter movement, he again struck a chord. How long it takes for change! One thing I remember in his book were his words about having patience. Big change can take decades, or generations. But, don’t give up – and don’t get discouraged.
The Black Lives Movement has gotten so twisted lately. I went to the BLM official website the other day and I encourage everyone to go there and read about the movement – how it started, what they believe, and how it spread. It’s important to know the truth because unfortunately there are those trying to attach it to violent groups, or to political radicals. That’s not who they are. I proudly walked with local black and white members of my community in a BLM march, in a peaceful way, with no thoughts of destruction. The movement is about promoting equality, and about looking at our history with a more accurate eye. I feel I need to say: anytime someone says “but all Lives Matter’ and ‘blue lives matter’ there is a diluting of the BLM message. Of course ALL lives matter – but RIGHT NOW, in this time, the focus has to be on the Black Lives that are too often discarded, or considered less, or given less chance for being a part of the American Dream.
I’m for all lives. I’m happy that we have police out there for me. I know they will protect me. But, seriously, people of the black community can not say that. They have seen, and heard, and felt fear when it comes to cops for decades. Why? There is a reason. It’s not unfounded. Yes, most cops are good. Most became part of the police department for the right reasons. But, face it – there are some that have there own racial issues, and they like having ‘power’ through the job, and they get away with it. It’s time now for it to be called out.
It’s who we are in general. There are great physicians, but there are a few that go into the profession for creepy reasons. There are wonderful bankers, but a few get caught stealing – or get caught up in fraud. There are amazing firefighters, but I have heard about a few that are arsonists. Anytime, anywhere, whatever profession, there are those who should not be there.
Wooo… I told you I had lots to talk about.
It’s hurricane season! We dodged a bullet two days ago – but there is still plenty of time in the season to have more come our way. 2020 is a crazy year so I’m not relaxing about it. I’m sorry about the people in the Northeast who had storm damage. I saw many pictures on the news this morning of the devastation.
Which, makes me think: We have to realize that the news people show the worst spots always. Which they should. But, it’s not always the ‘whole picture’… be it a storm, or a protest. Cameramen and reporters look for the violent spots – and the violent ones WANT to be on TV. Want attention? Throw rocks into a store window. Grab goods out of the store. It’s terrible and they need to be caught and arrested. But, they are instigators and they do not represent all the protesters.
Good things right now? Lots of reading, and plenty of outdoor time. Catching up on TV shows and watching more movies than usual. Gardening. Amazon Prime. Connections via Facebook and Instagram. Pets. Lazy mornings. No schedules. Wine. Adult children & grandboys. And hubby.
What’s on your list?
See you back here soon.
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