I tried very hard NOT to be productive when I was stressed watching last night's election returns trickle in, but my darn fingers kept at it! And so glad they did.
Writing and art are the languages that make history. Beliefs may be shaken, but please please please don't let them interfere with the truth and your own values!!
Yes the history of the future--here we are putting it out in visible pieces. As some remarked--writers are civilization's lifeboats.
I recall going in the cave in Altamira, Sapin 50 years ago and seeing the paintings depicting hunting, animals, handprints, etc. from 30,000 years ago!!
I don't have any idea of their language, but the messages sent from them are clear and beautiful and beutiful can be.
"Train you to be new-hires..." Goodness, what happened to common sense, treating people the way you want to be treated. I DO NOT excuse her behavior and I DO NOT endorse your reasoning that it is the fault of the publishing industry. It's civility. It's knowing how to act in society.
Agree. At a loss of words for the loss for many "peoples" in our society. Grieving for what I believe our country stands for., maybe stood for. Amazed at peoples beliefs that would cause them to vote for him. Stunned by those who disbelieve the man Trump says he is . Terrified of what is to come and that frankly I will run out of time to see an empathic democracy for ALL the people reinstalled.
Thank you Kathleen. I have PR clients in both early childhood literacy and a large literary arts organization and love your reflection this morning. I needed to hear this and will do all I can to keep ideas and words flowing in my community. Thank you!
Thank you, Kathleen. I arrived at my writing desk feeling shaken and at a loss for words. You're absolutely right. Books stand the test of time. They're echoes of the past and letters to the future. My favorite authors have gotten me through some troublesome and challenging times--and so has my own engagement in the writing process. I'm reminded that as writers and artists, we're being called to lean into our craft, if for no other reason than to attempt to make sense of a world that doesn't make much sense right now (for some of us anyway). I've shut down most of my social media accounts to care for my nervous system. However, I'm finding a sense of solace connecting within this particular ecosystem. Writers and artists often have that effect. Thank you for showing up for us today. You gave me a shot of courage and hope in a dark moment.
Thanks for this Kathleen. Books are about ideas and identities and therefore expand our minds. Dave 😀
I believe in books. You can swim in them. And every one is a first swim of the year.
Thank you.
Writing writing writing!
I tried very hard NOT to be productive when I was stressed watching last night's election returns trickle in, but my darn fingers kept at it! And so glad they did.
Writing and art are the languages that make history. Beliefs may be shaken, but please please please don't let them interfere with the truth and your own values!!
Yes the history of the future--here we are putting it out in visible pieces. As some remarked--writers are civilization's lifeboats.
I recall going in the cave in Altamira, Sapin 50 years ago and seeing the paintings depicting hunting, animals, handprints, etc. from 30,000 years ago!!
I don't have any idea of their language, but the messages sent from them are clear and beautiful and beutiful can be.
They transcend time!
Yes! Amen. I believe in books too!
"Train you to be new-hires..." Goodness, what happened to common sense, treating people the way you want to be treated. I DO NOT excuse her behavior and I DO NOT endorse your reasoning that it is the fault of the publishing industry. It's civility. It's knowing how to act in society.
What a night! But, I have books. Enough backlogged to get me most of the way through 4 years.😂
I needed that today. Thank you.
Yes.
Love you so. Thanks for the reminder how books matter. I better get on writing my next one…❤️
Agree. At a loss of words for the loss for many "peoples" in our society. Grieving for what I believe our country stands for., maybe stood for. Amazed at peoples beliefs that would cause them to vote for him. Stunned by those who disbelieve the man Trump says he is . Terrified of what is to come and that frankly I will run out of time to see an empathic democracy for ALL the people reinstalled.
Thank you Kathleen. I have PR clients in both early childhood literacy and a large literary arts organization and love your reflection this morning. I needed to hear this and will do all I can to keep ideas and words flowing in my community. Thank you!
Well put !!!
Thank you, Kathleen. I arrived at my writing desk feeling shaken and at a loss for words. You're absolutely right. Books stand the test of time. They're echoes of the past and letters to the future. My favorite authors have gotten me through some troublesome and challenging times--and so has my own engagement in the writing process. I'm reminded that as writers and artists, we're being called to lean into our craft, if for no other reason than to attempt to make sense of a world that doesn't make much sense right now (for some of us anyway). I've shut down most of my social media accounts to care for my nervous system. However, I'm finding a sense of solace connecting within this particular ecosystem. Writers and artists often have that effect. Thank you for showing up for us today. You gave me a shot of courage and hope in a dark moment.
Me tooo! And the healing of America that must come before change will, most certainly, be aided by books. Thanks for your encouraging words.
Well said Kathleen 🖤 Thank you for this!
Ok this made me cry. Sharing with my inconsolable friends.