A quote from JRRT, a message to all folk of good will in our time. It is so ordered that it is up to us to resolve this crisis. Or let the darkness overwhelm us. The choice is ours. “Believe it is so ordered that we, who sit here, and none others, must now find counsel for the peril of the world.”

Yep.

From a man I consider a spiritual mentor, even though I never talked to him 1:1. "Whenever men take control of God He degenerates into ... an idol, and... worship becomes little more than magic." • Jack Provonsha

I didn’t know what meme maker needs to hear this, but if you want me to NOT read further just use one of the words shock, panic, bombshell.

It is!

We create our own hell. I don’t believe in a cruel, vengeful God. Were there such a thing I doubt he could do better than the hell we create for ourselves. Same with the Good News of the Kingdom. We can live in the Kingdom right now if we choose to live in love with one another (as instructed).

JRRT knew. ‘Always after a defeat and a respite, the Shadow takes another shape and grows again.’ ‘I wish it need not have happened in my time,’ said Frodo. ‘So do I,’ said Gandalf, ‘and so do all who live to see such times. But that is not for them to decide…’

Rereading “Uncle Tom’s Cabin”. She’s over dramatic, and in a Victorian style that has not aged well. But the underlying story is powerful and surprising apropos for our time. All the excuses and justifications we make for not doing what we know is right! Humanity doesn’t change quickly, if at all. 😢

Vespers fire.

A nearly perfect Oregon afternoon sky.

Kicking back on a nearly perfect Oregon afternoon. ❤️

An interesting quote for our time of immortality. “My father once told me that respect for the truth comes close to being the basis for all morality.” — “Dune” by Frank Hebert

And here we are! 😄🤪

"When you're silent, your silence condones it. Thus, whatever you believe in goes down the drain." Jennifer Tindugan-Adoviso

Seen on the road. Even the dump trucks are getting political! 😄🤪

Finally!!! ‘During his remarks, Massie identified three men: Leon Black, the former CEO of Apollo Global Management; Jes Staley, the former Barclays CEO; and Leslie Wexner, the billionaire founder of L Brands. He argued the redactions were unjustified and called for deeper scrutiny into the case.’

Well, of course! Duh. 😄🤪

I believe I can explain MAGA in one sentence taken from the villain in a show I was watching: “I just wanted to feel powerful.” It explains everything.

Heading for Powell’s in war torn Portland. 😄🙄

We are transitioning from the prelude stage to the actual destruction of Empire. Yes, it’s hard to pay attention, I know it is for me because it can be overwhelming. But hey, there are still deck chairs to be rearranged! 😳🙄😢

As it was in the days of the Carpenter, so it is now. 😢

Wildwood Homestead Twilight

Yep

From a friend. To which I can only say “Amen!” ‘Seriously, there's been enough talk. It's time to take action. Vote progressive blue all the way down ticket. ‘

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What's a mother to do?

Too good!

Something to think about: It’s no longer about facts or even ethics or morality. Now it’s just about “what tribe do I belong to.” Rational or ethical argument is now irrelevant. God have mercy. We’re going up need it.

Maybe there is hope.