My wife is crying in the other room.
I wish I had something hopeful to tell her.
@Horrrflmlvr right now? I don't know how.
@Horrrflmlvr and that is killing me.
@AI78 yes right now. Words won't be remembered, but you being there by her side will be. As for the how, one step in front of the other. Then your hand on her shoulder showing you are with her, just like we are all going to be doing for one another in the coming days 🫂
@MediocreTheropod oh she's strong enough that she doesn't need me. All I can do is provide some support. I'm definitely willing to do so in however I can. I'm raging inside, but being a white guy it's about a million times less hard-hitting for me.
@AI78 I say this as a woman also considered to be quite strong- please don't confuse her strength for not needing you. When so much seems dark, just knowing her person is by her side speaks volumes (and sidenote if she says she needs space respect it, but offer that hug first to give her the choice)
@AI78 my daughter too --and it's her fucking birthday
@rpardee Jesus Christ man. I'm so sorry.
I only wish she has a better life than what I see for the next four years. I hope anyone capable will represent her interests and fight for her humanity and autonomy and choices my friend.
@AI78 thanks. We shall overcome.
@AI78 give her a hug