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MARY BYRNES's avatar

Michele - thank you!

Francesca's avatar

What an inspiring post Michele. Thank you for reminding us of what can be just around the corner IF we choose to look

Deborah Rutherford's avatar

Thank you for sharing your wisdom.

Donna Bucher's avatar

Michele, so loved this post! It resonated deeply with me as I lived in Albania, a Soviet Bloc country from 1990 when the country feebly opened up until 2001. So much of what you said brings back memories.

But truly as you say, that shaky elevator can be just about anything, and I have my share of rides in a shaky elevator daily. Thank you for your encouragement and guidance to seek wonder and beauty, I am learning it's everywhere, and it is nourishing my brokenness.

CirceIYKYK's avatar

This is by far the most helpful post I have seen on how to deal with this countries current situation and I am very select in who I trust for information. Thank you.

Kerstin Devine's avatar

Thanks Michelle for this window into some of your life experiences. So profound and inspiring. A lot of food for thought as well as practical advice. Much appreciated.

Meredith Childress's avatar

I'm touched by your courage and bravery. I can't imagine what would take you to such extreme places (maybe I've missed something), but I can tell that it was for the good of others. You were needed and you went to help, which reminds us how sad it is that so many people are made miserable by the meanness and perverse nature of the few. Thank you for sharing what must be almost painful to recall. And your good advice to focus on the best in front of us rings true. Our life experiences are bound up in what we focus on.

Natalie's avatar

Thank you so much for sharing this wisdom. ❤️❤️❤️

Roxanne Steed's avatar

I needed to hear this today!

Stephanie Wise's avatar

Pure light ✨ Your words resonate deeply. Thank you.

Marie Millard's avatar

Eloquent and comforting words. May we see the light we need. Thank you my friend.

Eleanor Evans's avatar

Your words are so encouraging!

Angelina Murray's avatar

Thank you. Your articles are so lovely and I appreciate every word.

Julie Wise's avatar

Thank you. Much needed.

D. Michele Perry's avatar

You're welcome! I've said for years I write what I need to hear, so me too, friend.