It’s Only January 16

I had the day off from teaching. That meant I was able to finish all the undecorating. It also meant I was able to contemplate what has gone on in the country so far in 2026.

It is hard to imagine things can keep going in the direction that we have been going. American’s being gunned down, babies being gassed in their family van. None of this is right, good or making anything about being American better.

I in no way understand anyone who can condone this behavior, let alone the people who are actually carrying out these heinous acts.

We are only 16 days into the year. Our trajectory is awful. We have to turn things around. I wish I knew exactly how, but I do know we have to speak up and hold bad actors responsible for bad actions. We can’t be afraid of bullies. Even the biggest bully of them all.