My favorite childhood saint, Francis of Assisi, beloved of animals. I loved animals, and wanted them to like me, they mostly didn't, save for Gigi, my aunt's poodle. He seemed to be a kind souled saint, human scale. A man loved by animals would welcome small shy children as well, I'd think. Something we all need.
Our cats have kept me company today, the threatening virus took over, abetted no doubt by the world worry of this grieving week. First time I've called in sick for a long time. I've listened to Graceland and Rhythm of the Saints*, all the 3Mustaphas3 I have, and now De Temps Antan. Reading Mary Beard's SPQR. Mostly resting and staying hydrated. I think every lymph node in my upper regions is swollen.
*Not an intentional theme choice, mind.
7 comments:
Good stories about that Francis. Hope the rest and maybe some chicken broth will help you feel better soon.
Oh, I'm reading Mary Beard's SPQR, too! Fascinating stuff.
Have your tried Nature's Way Umcka root Cold Care? It did wonders for me a few weeks ago.
I loved Francis too, had a great kids' book about 'How St Francis Tamed the Wolf'.
'The world worry of this grieving week', a lovely, true line. Let the cats take care of you, and be soothed.
take good care of yourself, and know that much of the world (the non-hateful portion of it at least) is rooting for your country. i've been on the verge of tears countless times since it happened. i can't begin to imagine what it all feels like to those most affected, i.e. the most vulnerable.
hugs!
Rou,
Her documentary on it is very good. I have her voice in my head as I read.
Lucy,
He's a particularly child-friendly saint.
pc,
All I can do not to dwell, which doesn't help. Protecting the most vulnerable is what it's all about now.
A group hug and a good bowl of soup for everyone is one's first response .
I think though , that we're going be a bit more pro-active , once we can work out how to do it in a kind , loving , non-agressive sort of way ...
S&S,
We, and many others, have contributed to the ACLU, and Planned Parenthood, and will continue to do so. The Democrats are getting some next year.
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