...I saw that you made a proclamation, but I didn’t see you participating in any activities. You could have at least gone over to the National Museum of the American Indian to look at Unbound: Narrative Art of the Plains their latest exhibit that “juxtaposes historical hides, muslins, & ledger books with contemporary works.” Sounds fascinating! ...
...I got some hope on that front from hearing a story about Braver Angels on NPR today. Among the many suggestions was the conclusion to start with a Kindness-Meditation. Let’s give it a try....
... On other matters, congratulations on the sympathetic portrayal you received in Bob Woodward’s latest book....
Atonement! That’s what’s on the minds of every Jewish person on the planet today when they “torture their souls” so they can be cleansed of their sins....
...I’m off to arrange some pennies with the 4th graders. I want them to see what 10,000 looks like so they begin to appreciate the iterative aspect of our base-ten system. ...
... Another bright spot in the news was NYT’s story about Ying Lao, a Burmese feminist, who has coined the term, “Manel” to document the scores of all-male panels organized by the pro-democracy. ..
...I see from your schedule that the storm is interfering with your plans this week. No trip to Germany or Angola. No party in the Rose Garden for Taoiseach Simon Harris (SH)....
... please encourage Bibi to listen to “Parents of Combat Soldiers Shouting Out, ‘Enough!” & “Mothers Cry.” ...
... Speaking of news, have you changed strategies regarding the press? I ask because, according to the G, you “made a surprise & rare appearance in the west wing briefing room & answered reporters’ questions there for the first time in your presidency.” ...
Have you ever been to a Grateful Dead Concert? Probably not. You were too busy going to Law School & running for office to hang out with hippies listening to music...
Are you exhausted? I know I would be. Absorbing the grieving vibes of people who have lost so much must use up your reserves....
...Did you watch the VP debate last night? I didn’t because I was too busy enjoying the company of family. Consensus seems to be JDV won, whatever that means. ...
... I’m so glad that Jimmy Carter (JEC) made it to his 100th birthday today....
