I see you.
Trying to figure out how to open the bags in the produce department without licking your fingers.
Trying to smile with your eyes so folks know you’re friendly.
Trying to figure out how to do first grade math – online – while working – and keeping the household running.
Trying to avoid the anger on the internet.
Trying to navigate a world filled with politics and paper straws.
Trying to just hold it all together.
I see you.
I see you trying.
We are in this together. Let’s all – when observing one another – begin with the premise that we are all trying.
And, yes, I have strong feelings about paper straws.
