Meager Solace
A gunman enters a synagogue with one intent: to satisfy his hatred by killing as many Jews as possible, their guilt firmly set in his mind. I recognize this as a symbol of a national climate of increasing rancor and hate, fueled by xenophobic rhetoric spewed online, in print, over the airwaves, and, yes, within the tweets of The President of the United States. A story that consumes the news can dull the senses. Seeing Kerfe’s art (found here) which seems to emanate both light and tears, accompanied by the names of the lives taken that day, brings all of this into sharp focus.
This tragedy is not the first of its kind. It will not be the last, and this saddens me. I listen to Yo-Yo Ma / The 6 Unaccompanied Cello Suites.
discovering hope
solace woven through music
heartstrings resonate
Image source: pixabay.com / by PIRO4D (edited here)
While ever there are people in the world, some will rip their neighbours apart in the name of a perceived injustice. As a species, we are completely detestable.
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It’s hard to argue this, when there is as much hate as love in the news.
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I only ever see the love at a very incidental level. Admittedly, the good news rarely makes it to the headlines, but the out and out awfulness and barbarity of mob behaviour is everywhere.
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So many of us are feeling this, Ken. I suppose a bright light is art and music. Your haiku is beautiful–I can feel that resonance echoing.
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Thank you, Merril.
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Your words are a beautiful addition to my art–I can feel that cello glowing. Thanks. (K)
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Mutual regards, Kerfe.
If only it was for a moment other than this.
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Let’s hope more positive emotional times come soon.
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Sad stuff – but your words and turning to music are helpful responses.
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Thank you, Jazz.
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Thank you for your voice of wisdom, Ken. That t. is allowed to continue in office, in spite of his hateful rhetoric and lies is beyond me. He incites violence and no one stops him. He is indirectly getting away with murder. This is unlike anything I’ve ever seen in my 71 years. A bad dream. May we effect change – ASAP.
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Thank you, Betty.
Yes, vote!
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My vote is in. Very nervous about next Tuesday….
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Trump was in town yesterday, stumping for Josh Hawley, the red opponent for our Dem. Senator, Claire McCaskill. I know I’m in a red state – Trump took MO by 20 points – but it’s a rude awakening to see the typical rally scene on the news, with locals being the rabid fans cheering in the background of the podium.
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I agree, it’s upsetting to watch his rallies (I change the channel – he makes me ill). Can’t believe all those who believe his blatant lies – especially the inflammatory ones that encourage violence. T’s “charisma” is dangerous. And he thinks he can go changing the Constitution willy-nilly. Augh! 😬
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