Similar feelings here, even though I live in the city. Gratitude above all, mixed with the heartbreak for others’ dire straits. Off to a demonstration this morning, protesting Bill 5.
Yes, to have a space of one’s own…and like you, never to take for granted that we are not in an outdoor crowd jostling for food, shelter…not sharing a tent with an entire family…still quiet…clean…warm…safe, for now. It is hard to shut the world out, needy as it is…hard to accept our own comfort when so many are endangered. It is this inequality, methinks, the huge chasm between the haves and the have nots that is the source of such despair. SHAME (and accountability) on those who would continue to make that disparity more vast. For now, taking nothing for granted, let birdsong remind us it is nature’s music that must give us pause.
Space and silence. So very important for a woman. I have to get up extremely early or stay up late to get my space and silence. I’m glad you have a writing nook. I really like your reflections. Thank you for sharing them with us.
I too am a Grandmother against the genocide being perpetrated by Israel and have joined various groups (JVP and others), signed petitions, e-mailed our government and would so happily join your Mother if I lived anywhere near Toronto (live in Manitoba). A year or so ago, we did have a protest at the corner of two of our main streets here in Brandon and proudly flew the Palestinian flag - received positive responses from those passing by. I hope that the new federal government will impose harsh sanctions on Israel and will stop any trade in the weapons that are being used to annihilate the Gazan people and those on the West Bank. Thanks to you and to your Mother for standing up for the Palestinians.
yes, Bill 5 is a real stinker. So bad for everyone. Thank you for heading out to protest.
Similar feelings here, even though I live in the city. Gratitude above all, mixed with the heartbreak for others’ dire straits. Off to a demonstration this morning, protesting Bill 5.
Yes, to have a space of one’s own…and like you, never to take for granted that we are not in an outdoor crowd jostling for food, shelter…not sharing a tent with an entire family…still quiet…clean…warm…safe, for now. It is hard to shut the world out, needy as it is…hard to accept our own comfort when so many are endangered. It is this inequality, methinks, the huge chasm between the haves and the have nots that is the source of such despair. SHAME (and accountability) on those who would continue to make that disparity more vast. For now, taking nothing for granted, let birdsong remind us it is nature’s music that must give us pause.
Space and silence. So very important for a woman. I have to get up extremely early or stay up late to get my space and silence. I’m glad you have a writing nook. I really like your reflections. Thank you for sharing them with us.
Lovey picture. Thank you for sharing.
Oh! wow how life has been checked by the Oligarchy emerging from the Shallows.
My first Poem by Heart is "The Golden Window's" ☮️
I too am a Grandmother against the genocide being perpetrated by Israel and have joined various groups (JVP and others), signed petitions, e-mailed our government and would so happily join your Mother if I lived anywhere near Toronto (live in Manitoba). A year or so ago, we did have a protest at the corner of two of our main streets here in Brandon and proudly flew the Palestinian flag - received positive responses from those passing by. I hope that the new federal government will impose harsh sanctions on Israel and will stop any trade in the weapons that are being used to annihilate the Gazan people and those on the West Bank. Thanks to you and to your Mother for standing up for the Palestinians.