I don't know if I mention it enough, but you folks inspire the heck out of me.
I've been in limbo for quite some time, & I know that if I have to make a change it'll mean giving up writing completely--which is why I'm okay treading water for now, finishing one last novel, & trying to make a difference while waiting out *gestures at whatever the end of the world is calling itself now*.
But if I have to rebuild from scratch, again? You've all been amazing examples. Thank you for your humanity. 💙
Fireworks are starting off now. They'll be wildest at midnight - visible from all over the city at the same time. Going to be up writing, but honestly, who can sleep with this noise anyway?
The fireworks repurpose a tradition by cartels, back in the bad days of Medellín.
Now they mark the start of Navidad. 100% not religious, but hot dog, do I enjoy seeing people lean into family, togetherness, & gratitude.
Big hugs and much love to all of you. May you always have reasons to be thankful. ❤️
@MLClark It is in the depths of deepest darkness that people come together and celebrate the light that shines within us all. It is such a glorious thing and a touchstone, a good reminder in the hard times, amidst all the war and strife, that the darkest of days only give rise to the return of the light, and portent to the hope of spring.