I have no words at all this morning.
I had planned to share the wonderful stack of books I received through the #SaveTheCulture Book Exchange.
And, as I sit here at a complete loss for words; I am profoundly struck by how vital books are – especially when you have no words.
And, your heart is sore.
And, you are feeling lost.
And, alone.
In books, there is a refuge…
A solace,
And, perhaps the strength to continue another day.
I am wordless as well. I don’t have anything, other than empathy.
This is not how it was supposed to work. Our country stands for so much more than the bigoted, racist, sexist demeanor that our next president enamors.
We will have to work harder to ensure that this does not continue in the future. My daughter and granddaughter deserve so much better…
Just stunned.
In shock
There are many sad hearts today. I am pondering and planning how to be strong and true. I will not be dragged into the sludge. And yes, books are a good ways to sooth our weary souls. And yarn, don’t forget the yarn.
And reading has been proven to make us more empathetic to others. So by reading we’re laying the groundwork for living kinder lives. Maybe I’ll donate to a charity today that puts books in kids’ hands.
I am trying to focus on being quiet in my heart and mind. I’ve written a mighty list and I am determined to be productive!!
I like Juliann’s idea of not being dragged into the sludge and your resolve to be the polar opposite of all the hatred. I’m going to join you in books, yarn, and the fact that a majority voted against him. You are not alone.
My plan for the day is to sit quietly and do what I can do, control, accomplish…and write in my journal, take a walk, breathe deeply…keep on keepin’ on.
Breathing in and out.
I told myself this morning that my choice for today was to put one foot in front of the other and do the things I have to do because I don’t have the luxury of not having to do them. Then I told myself that I am allowed to think for a couple of days, but then I have to pull it together and decide how I’m going to proceed for the future of all of us, or even just my little part of the world.
Books have always been my refuge, I’m glad you are finding reading comforting today. It’s a good distraction from reality, that’s for sure.
I just started the first Inspector Gamache…Canada is an excellent place to head today! xo
What a wonderful stack of books! (and yikes – I still need to send out my book exchange post – hopefully your stack will get a little taller!)
heartbroken as well. Solace in books and knitting.