So Much Fear

I know I have a lot of company when I say I wish the news this past month was fake. But it's all too real.

I can get on the bandwagon of those who want to deport imported criminals, don't get me wrong.

But. Not this way. Not using these tactics. Not with this sort of intentional damage to the innocent.

Our people, with the blessings of our government, are carrying combat weapons and absconding with legal immigrants who have done nothing illegal.

Our people, with the blessings of our government, are carrying combat weapons and shooting our people.

I read comments that say, 'but they should have listened." When did execution become an acceptable reaction to "s/he didn't listen to me????"

I saw the photos of the adorable little Liam in his bunny hat. When did our government start to arrest children?  CHILDREN!!!! and use them as bait? It is NOT OK to harm the children!!!! We used to know this.

I cry, and I wonder, "Is this who we have become?" I am afraid, very afraid.

Then I follow the advice of Mr. Rogers' mother, and look for the helpers. I read the stories of the people of my home state, Minnesota, and their protests. And it helps, it helps just a little.

They are standing together, protecting their neighbors. By their actions, they are saying, "No. This is not who we have become."

I am so proud of them. 

Last week, I was wearing the same Minnesota sweatshirt I've worn for (literally) twenty years. This is the first time it was a political statement; one I was happy to make. 

I'm not sure where I direct my prayers these days, but I haven't let that stop me from praying with all my might. 

Please. Make the madness stop. ??Please??