I'm too tired to write my next set of thoughts about resilience, so I thought I'd give you a sneak preview and fill you in later. Keep the suspense up a little.... ;-)
Argh, I tried to upload a video, but it looks like the internet is too tired as well... so this pic will have to do...
maia, i am really sympathizing with your pain and struggles. partly to "crawl out of the bush" but also to understand, first-hand, how "development" happens/impacts places that really don't need it or aren't ready for it...or are being coerced into it.
ReplyDeletei am having my own personal struggles (which are definitely less drastic) and am finding solace in music. so i wonder if you have ever listened to the music of k'naan, a canadian artist who was born in somalia and who articulates loss and devastation (both in africa and in his canadian neighbourhood) with clarity and a good rhythm. from what i understand, k'naan is also an activist.
anyways, just a suggestion of a place to try and find hope and inspiration where you might not otherwise look.
Thanks Liz. I LOVE LOVE K'naan. So awesome :-) I hope your personal struggles aren't too major and that the music is getting you through! Sending hugs!
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