Community is everything is right! So much in the last two months that’s given me some comfort is just knowing my local resources, leaning on neighbors and friends, and having a bit more free time to contribute to my community myself. The scrambling of so much and the real impact government dismantling has/will have on our communities just underscores how mutual aid plays a key role, often invisible. Loved this post!
That’s a good point Linda. We all can improve. I’m a Cedarburg Lion and our one slogan is, “We serve.” Let’s change the course we’re heading in, at least in our own small worlds.
We all need to be reminded of the importance of reaching out and connecting with others. I do volunteer weekly at a used bookstore in my neighborhood and volunteer ushering at local live theater and lectures, but maybe time to look closer to neighbors who could use some help.
Excellent first subject considering the times we’re in. You must have gotten your writing chops from me! I’m looking forward to future writings and hoping you’ll spurn me to write some more myself.
Community is everything is right! So much in the last two months that’s given me some comfort is just knowing my local resources, leaning on neighbors and friends, and having a bit more free time to contribute to my community myself. The scrambling of so much and the real impact government dismantling has/will have on our communities just underscores how mutual aid plays a key role, often invisible. Loved this post!
That’s a good point Linda. We all can improve. I’m a Cedarburg Lion and our one slogan is, “We serve.” Let’s change the course we’re heading in, at least in our own small worlds.
We all need to be reminded of the importance of reaching out and connecting with others. I do volunteer weekly at a used bookstore in my neighborhood and volunteer ushering at local live theater and lectures, but maybe time to look closer to neighbors who could use some help.
Excellent first subject considering the times we’re in. You must have gotten your writing chops from me! I’m looking forward to future writings and hoping you’ll spurn me to write some more myself.
Love this!!
Shayne, I love that you started writing this and this post was heartening.