Where would we be without hope? It\u2019s what fuels our dreams and loves. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
But this past year has tested us all, lots of hope and frustration, with the war in Gaza and Ukraine (the birthplace of my parents), and AI threatening many livelihoods and our climate, which is already under duress. So much is out of our control. Though I grieve when I see bad news, I\u2019m an optimist by nature, so I continue to look for that silver lining. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
As I mentioned in a previous newsletter, I\u2019m dealing with severe back issues, but I try to look for that silver lining. I\u2019ve travelled far, and now, that I\u2019m more limited, I look for pleasures close to home, like my husband and family, my writing, books to read, and the joy of nature, like the humming bird that entertains me from my office window.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As for world issues, we do what we can, by contributing to our causes, writing to politicians, consuming responsibly, acting in good faith with others, celebrating our cultures, and taking care of ourselves and our families. All this is within our control. This is where we find the silver lining and keep up our hope for a better future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here\u2019s Judy Garland singing LOOK FOR THE SILVER LINING, a song from my early childhood. Have a listen then come back to this page. \ud83d\ude42 I have wonderful memories of Hollywood musicals on the big screen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n