I can’t be the only one who needs a little calm before the storm of news and pundits and anger and charts and percentages and celebrations and reflections that this entirely unpredictable week seems likely to bring. I asked my photographer friend Peter to send me something uplifting, and while a lot of images he offered were inspirational, this is the one that jumped out.
Good choice. Naturally. I like the tiny figure of the reader on the hillside, puts it all into perspective. Breathe deeply. Breathe deeply, everyone. This America will still be here, even when the shouting has died down.
Is there a hidden computer command that I can enter and instantly be transported to that hillside, gaze upon the water, contemplate nature's beauty, and imagine the better world our children desperately need?
Thank you for sharing Peter's photo. It puts things in perspective.
I am so thankful to have your voice here in the wilderness. Tuesday will be a reckoning at levels we can’t predict but I’m hopeful that Blue rules. Calm before the storm indeed we need your guidance through whatever results. 💙🙏🏻❤️
Lovely to see a view from afar. Here’s another view of the beauty of our world, “From a Distance” there is harmony, and it echoes through the land…” Bette Midler with lyrics and slides, a reminder of possibilities. My favorite. The first time I heard this song, I was in a circle of teachers at a workshop learning about alternatives in education and curriculum that made a positive difference to students. In their love of learning and meaningful lessons. I could feel myself looking down from above. Think if we could all see our planet and people from a distance. There are a few lines I might change, but its message I share.
This is actually a wonderful time for me, as I think I have been given some more time on earth to be what little support and help I can give to folks.
One week ago at this time I checked into Emory St Joseph's Hospital in Atlanta to have a repair made to my mitral valve. It has gone well with the only issue being fluid on the lungs. We were discharged on Friday afternoon to return this morning to have my lungs checked. By my account they are much better, excessive coughing is gone We have been staying at a local hotel 3 blocks from the hospital since home is 120 miles from here. If all goes well, a driver will take us home tomorrow.
So far A-Fib has not returned. Voted100 % blue on October 20 in NC.
“When I despair, I remember that all through history the way of truth and love have always won. There have been tyrants and murderers, and for a time, they can seem invincible, but in the end, they always fall. Think of it--always.”
Good choice. Naturally. I like the tiny figure of the reader on the hillside, puts it all into perspective. Breathe deeply. Breathe deeply, everyone. This America will still be here, even when the shouting has died down.
Is there a hidden computer command that I can enter and instantly be transported to that hillside, gaze upon the water, contemplate nature's beauty, and imagine the better world our children desperately need?
Thank you for sharing Peter's photo. It puts things in perspective.
I found the easiest way to not look at the TV all Tuesday.
I will be at my local Polling place working as a volunteer Clerk assisting my neighbors with their voting.
Ha! problem solved.
Take a long rest ma'am. It's gonna be a heck of a week.
Stunningly gorgeous photography. Yes, calming and uplifting. Just what we need to get through the next 72 hours. Thank you, Heather and Peter!
I think this photograph shows a way (and a reason) to survive.
I am so thankful to have your voice here in the wilderness. Tuesday will be a reckoning at levels we can’t predict but I’m hopeful that Blue rules. Calm before the storm indeed we need your guidance through whatever results. 💙🙏🏻❤️
Lovely to see a view from afar. Here’s another view of the beauty of our world, “From a Distance” there is harmony, and it echoes through the land…” Bette Midler with lyrics and slides, a reminder of possibilities. My favorite. The first time I heard this song, I was in a circle of teachers at a workshop learning about alternatives in education and curriculum that made a positive difference to students. In their love of learning and meaningful lessons. I could feel myself looking down from above. Think if we could all see our planet and people from a distance. There are a few lines I might change, but its message I share.
https://youtu.be/hLHE9jrb_N4
This is actually a wonderful time for me, as I think I have been given some more time on earth to be what little support and help I can give to folks.
One week ago at this time I checked into Emory St Joseph's Hospital in Atlanta to have a repair made to my mitral valve. It has gone well with the only issue being fluid on the lungs. We were discharged on Friday afternoon to return this morning to have my lungs checked. By my account they are much better, excessive coughing is gone We have been staying at a local hotel 3 blocks from the hospital since home is 120 miles from here. If all goes well, a driver will take us home tomorrow.
So far A-Fib has not returned. Voted100 % blue on October 20 in NC.
Thank you, Heather. Have a great night. Loved the photograph. Because of you and Michael Moore, I am actually feeling very optimistic!
Thank you for posting/sharing the photo. Please thank your friend, Peter for ensuring a peaceful and a needed reflection for all of us.
So looking forward to to end of lie-filled political attack ads,
That picture is going to need to be in my head all week. Buckle up, all. And thanks, Heather and Peter!
Thanks for everything you do, Heather. x JTM
We all need to rest to prepare for what's ahead. Times like this, it would be nice to be a bear. Hibernate until Spring!
“When I despair, I remember that all through history the way of truth and love have always won. There have been tyrants and murderers, and for a time, they can seem invincible, but in the end, they always fall. Think of it--always.”
― Mahatma Gandhi