In the Time of Trump

When you are feeling

overwhelmed, please follow my

lead and take a step

back. We must preserve

our sanity, energy

and passion. Sometimes,

to do less is to

do more. One important thing

I have learned, through my

activism, is

that each of us vary in

our capacities

to do — based on skills,

time, life experiences,

energy levels….

Feeling guilty when

you can’t do it all does not

serve you well. Each one

of us must find our

own balance. Spinning out of

control does severe

damage. I have my

own personal examples

and have seen what it

does to others. Please

know that taking care of your

needs is not selfish!

We must do our part

to make the world better but

that’s unique to each

of us. You be you.

Just as I was when I was

in the classroom, I’m

here with a hug, an

ear or time to chat. “Do what

you feel in your heart

to be right — for you’ll

be criticized anyway.”

Listen to your heart!!

(Haikus #2184–2196) (Quote: Eleanor Roosevelt)