My Sibling
The 100th day of 2019 was another one of those "made up" holidays (aren't all holidays made up, in some ways?) Yes, 4/10/19 is National Siblings Day so, of course, my daily gratitude is for My Sibling. I do not get to see her in person as much as I'd like to, but I am glad that Facebook, Facetime, and other wonders of this technological age keep us connected. I consider myself lucky and blessed to have grown up with her as my sister. I probably do not say it enough but, I love you, Abigail!
My caring prayer today my friends, family, and anyone, frankly, who has lost a sibling. Days like today with everyone (including me) posting pics of their siblings could make those who have siblings no longer with us feel sad. So I pray for them to be strong, to find solace, and to remember the good times.
My friend recommended to me, the other day, that if I am having difficulties finding people with whom I disagree as subjects of my prayers, that I think of someone typically forgotten and pray for them. Well, today I had Jury Duty. And it was not that bad (they sent us home at 10:30 after only a little longer than 2 hours). But, during the jury orientation speeches, the judge, the clerk, and the intro video all stressed how important juries are to ensure a fair and independent judicial system. Except, watching the news and reading the studies, it is obvious to me that many parts of the system are unfair and biased against people of color and those who are poorer than most. So, tonight, my prayer is for them, and for a better system, in the future, which could move closer towards our promise of "Justice for ALL!
My caring prayer today my friends, family, and anyone, frankly, who has lost a sibling. Days like today with everyone (including me) posting pics of their siblings could make those who have siblings no longer with us feel sad. So I pray for them to be strong, to find solace, and to remember the good times.
My friend recommended to me, the other day, that if I am having difficulties finding people with whom I disagree as subjects of my prayers, that I think of someone typically forgotten and pray for them. Well, today I had Jury Duty. And it was not that bad (they sent us home at 10:30 after only a little longer than 2 hours). But, during the jury orientation speeches, the judge, the clerk, and the intro video all stressed how important juries are to ensure a fair and independent judicial system. Except, watching the news and reading the studies, it is obvious to me that many parts of the system are unfair and biased against people of color and those who are poorer than most. So, tonight, my prayer is for them, and for a better system, in the future, which could move closer towards our promise of "Justice for ALL!
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