Dear dear AnonAJ ... who was it who said the world would be saved by beauty. I've quit tv and most online. I heard an interview with a very wise woman who said she has turned to magazines. So I've subscribed - think of it as a donation - to a wealth of magazines for both visual feasting! and to hear an ecumenical voice for peace and nonviolence. I hear and bear witness to those who are trying to help thru nonviolence.

 It is finding my new elder position that is my challenge. I am no 20 something! and the shelf life of my 'experience' is out of date. I know it and accept it.

I am actively searching out how to 'encourage' those who are standing in the breech where I once stood. What would have helped me to receive. One sent me socks. yes socks. foot hugs. And envelopes full of silly newspaper clippings, even the mailman giggled over the ones she taped to the envelope. She is my elder mentor in my heart. And a mom who prayed rosaries while I traveled. Do what you can do...