NOTE: I am just expressing feelings here. This is not a though-out blog post.
I have been watching the news coverage from Charleston, South Carolina and my heart is heavy.
Then the news goes to the Aurora shooting trial here in Colorado.
Nine people murdered while in a bible study.
Twelve people murdered while going to see a Batman movie.
It's heartbreaking.
From here in Colorado all I can do is mourn, and write.
My head is full of thoughts about racism and violence. They are not clear enough for me to write about them yet. I'm sure I will.
Sending big love to all of you. I know that is not enough. Believe me, I am angry. I want to fight back against racism and violence.
I have been on Periscope a lot lately. I end each live video with "please be kind to one another".
And I think of many family members of those murdered in Charleston, who spoke words of forgiveness to the racist terrorist who murdered their loved ones.
What a world.
Thanks for reading.
Gay and vegan in the burbs (of Los Angeles). I blog about veganism, equality, compassion, activism, politics, spirituality and the awesome life experiences of The Gay Vegans. The "s" includes my husband, Mike! I believe that we all have more in common than not and that we all have the power to be the voice of the voiceless. I want this blog to be a tool for me to build bridges amongst communities and those with differing opinions.
Friday, June 19, 2015
In mourning
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Love you guys. Your kindness and goodness is a bright light in this world - you are making a difference!
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