Oh, Nan! I simply cannot believe what has happened. Kamala offered so much hope and positivity and here the world is stuck with the odious orange monster. Stay strong and know that the whole world is with you. X
Of course you are. You’ve put so much into this and the result is devastating for the whole world. Allow yourself time to grieve and know that you have the love and support of so many people. Xxx
Thank you, Ann. I'm writing a short piece that I'm going to publish this morning, I think. It's not polished, but I don't want to say nothing. Love you. Spare room available? xoxo
I'm glad you watched the clip. If you haven't scrolled Threads, you might find it heartening. I was tipped off to it last night by someone at Instagram. If you search "has entered the chat" at Threads, there are posts from women around the world..... It gave me chills. Still does. But it was one of the most moving experiences to scroll through and see those people checking in and cheering women on from all around the world. ("Completed the assignment is also good," but I would definitely look at "has entered the chat")
I agree we are powerless, ultimately, and yet in the last 24 hours, I've felt the power of it. All we can do now is watch this unfold - or don't watch. But most of us won't be able to not. Hang in there.
Thanks, Amy. I love the SNL clip. I'm not on Threads, I can't do one more social media platform. I feel like if I do, the top of my head will explode! I'm not even sure if I'm going to stay up tonight, but I might! We'll see. Maybe I'll just camp out in my bed. There's definitely been way too much sugar this last week or so. Doing the best I can, and so filled with hope! Hearts to you! Here we are. xoxo
Holding my breath along with you, with so many of us and I really appreciate you saying that about the endless requests for money. I have regretted ever getting my name on any political list that is being sold over and over and over again. I wish there was a STOP that went out to everything, instead of having to do it one at a time
I know about the asks. It's insane, and I keep unsubscribing from different orgs and they keep sending stuff. So, so annoying. I keep thinking they're all asking to start filling their coffers for the next election. I feel no trust whatsoever. xo
I hear you on all of this. All the giving, all the texts and emails, all the imaginings. It’s too much for our tired little nervous systems. Now the day is here. I’m just gonna be trying to breathe today. ✌🏼✌🏼
I enjoyed spending some of my Sunday with you Nan as we were each writing our newsletters and watching SNL on repeat! (NBC has now made it so I can't watch the video replay anymore...I get the black screen saying "it's not available in your country." Something to do with copywrite?)
Anyhow, I was munching away on mini-snickers, mini-mars and kit-kats. After I ate all those I started in on the M&M's but finally had to throw it all away because I clearly wasn't going to stop.
I can't sleep right now, but I'm more excited than anxious. I'm taking that as a good sign. Let's hope we're all dancing on our cars and banging pots and pans like it's New Years eve tomorrow night. You know we'll all be thinking about you guys down there. Fingers crossed! xo
Nan, Thank you for sharing so honestly and so vulnerablely. I appreciate learning more about the first step in a recovery program: accepting that we're powerless about most things. I can get behind that. I wish I could give you a big hug and magically dissolve your anxiety. I believe Kamala will win, and fortunately, I am not feeling as anxious as I easily can. Thanks for all you've done on the campaign.
Oh, Sandra! I think she's going to win, too. I'm feeling better than I did over the weekend. That SNL video really helped. Seeing her apparent joy and generosity was very good for me. I think she's going to be a great president. We'll see!
Thank you for this! You are describing how so many of us feel and the contortions we go through. So affirming. Let's all keep breathing and keep being there for each other, keep loving.
I am cautiously optimistic and also completely petrified. I’m not sure we have enough wine or ice cream in the house and will buy more on my way home from work tomorrow. In a situation like this, I am giving myself permission to numb my feelings and pickle my organs. I’m trying to remember to take deep breaths, but without a therapist on site to remind me I’m probably going to be holding my breath a lot tomorrow. I’m bracing not only for the results but also for a tsunami of disinformation. I sent the students in my argument and research classes a long announcement about the importance of applying everything they’ve learned about disinformation. That’s what I had the power to do today. I could have responded to one of today’s roughly one hundred fundraising messages by giving another few dollars, but I’ve already donated far more than I should have.
May we have reason to celebrate. If not, we will support each other and resist fascism with all the tools and strength we have.
I love you, Meryl. I hear you about the ice cream. I just ate a share pack of peanut M&Ms and there will probably be some Tate's chocolate chip cookies in my near future. I'm not much of a drinker. Ice cream is my go-to intoxicant! Hugs to Melissa and Eli!
I still can't wrap my head around the whole money equals votes thing. I vote in every election - municipal, provincial and federal - but have never once, not ever, given a dime to a politician or a political party. And I can't recall anyone ever asking me for a donation. Well, except for Donald J. Trump, who somehow got my email address and started begging me to send him my pocket change, which I think would be illegal? 😊
The money game in this country is appalling. It's unbelievable to me that we have to pay for political parties to be elected. They want to run for office? People should do it on their own dime, and not rely on PACs, which is the biggest joke ever, and hard-working people who have trouble paying for groceries and medical bills. Our fear keeps us hostage to giving, and giving, and giving. The whole system needs to be reworked. AND the electoral college. What nonsense.
Sending virtual support from the UK, Nan. So many Substack friends in the US are feeling the tension. And I read a great piece by piece by Caroline Criado Perez this morning on why it matters to us in the UK, too – and in fact matters everywhere.
Thank you, Wendy! It matters to the world what happens next, absolutely. This is not just a local issue. I'm really trying to stay grounded, and not descend into fear. And I'm feeling very positive about the outcome. I really think she's going to win. And thank you for sending me the link to Caroline's piece. xo
Nan, We can't do much by ourselves, it's true, but just know that there are millions of people outside of the U.S. also feeling very scared, who are rooting for you!
I am so looking forward to Wednesday morning, waking up to the news of a humongous blue tsunami rolling over the Magat faithful.
I may not dance on the roof of my car 'cause that would require some gymnastic moves this old bod can't do, but I may just crack open the bubbly at breakfast.
That sounds great! Bubbly! I think I was exaggerating a bit when I mentioned the roof of my car...I don't think I'd make it up there, or that the roof of my car would appreciate my excitement. Thanks for reading and commenting, as always. I'm feel good today. I've gotten 16 asks from the woman who will be President. I almost donated again. Going to see if I can resist, because at this point, I really feel like what will be, will be.
Oh, Nan! I simply cannot believe what has happened. Kamala offered so much hope and positivity and here the world is stuck with the odious orange monster. Stay strong and know that the whole world is with you. X
At the moment, I am wretched...Wretched and numb.
Of course you are. You’ve put so much into this and the result is devastating for the whole world. Allow yourself time to grieve and know that you have the love and support of so many people. Xxx
Thank you, Ann. I'm writing a short piece that I'm going to publish this morning, I think. It's not polished, but I don't want to say nothing. Love you. Spare room available? xoxo
Always. Xx
Thank you, love. Just published new piece. xoxo
I'm glad you watched the clip. If you haven't scrolled Threads, you might find it heartening. I was tipped off to it last night by someone at Instagram. If you search "has entered the chat" at Threads, there are posts from women around the world..... It gave me chills. Still does. But it was one of the most moving experiences to scroll through and see those people checking in and cheering women on from all around the world. ("Completed the assignment is also good," but I would definitely look at "has entered the chat")
I agree we are powerless, ultimately, and yet in the last 24 hours, I've felt the power of it. All we can do now is watch this unfold - or don't watch. But most of us won't be able to not. Hang in there.
You too, Amy
Thanks, Amy. I love the SNL clip. I'm not on Threads, I can't do one more social media platform. I feel like if I do, the top of my head will explode! I'm not even sure if I'm going to stay up tonight, but I might! We'll see. Maybe I'll just camp out in my bed. There's definitely been way too much sugar this last week or so. Doing the best I can, and so filled with hope! Hearts to you! Here we are. xoxo
Holding my breath along with you, with so many of us and I really appreciate you saying that about the endless requests for money. I have regretted ever getting my name on any political list that is being sold over and over and over again. I wish there was a STOP that went out to everything, instead of having to do it one at a time
I know about the asks. It's insane, and I keep unsubscribing from different orgs and they keep sending stuff. So, so annoying. I keep thinking they're all asking to start filling their coffers for the next election. I feel no trust whatsoever. xo
I’m also mistrustful of who is sending them. How do I know it’s not going to Trumps camp?
EXACTLY. We get these asks from phone numbers with no creds, no nothing. It's super creepy.
I hear you on all of this. All the giving, all the texts and emails, all the imaginings. It’s too much for our tired little nervous systems. Now the day is here. I’m just gonna be trying to breathe today. ✌🏼✌🏼
Breathing is an excellent idea. I'm in support of that. I'm going to join you. xo
I enjoyed spending some of my Sunday with you Nan as we were each writing our newsletters and watching SNL on repeat! (NBC has now made it so I can't watch the video replay anymore...I get the black screen saying "it's not available in your country." Something to do with copywrite?)
Anyhow, I was munching away on mini-snickers, mini-mars and kit-kats. After I ate all those I started in on the M&M's but finally had to throw it all away because I clearly wasn't going to stop.
I can't sleep right now, but I'm more excited than anxious. I'm taking that as a good sign. Let's hope we're all dancing on our cars and banging pots and pans like it's New Years eve tomorrow night. You know we'll all be thinking about you guys down there. Fingers crossed! xo
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SHE will be the next President, my dear daughter, HE will kick & scream. I had my share of high anxiety and stomach aches.
You say it all about being powerless & yet you play a powerful game by being you and sharing your thoughts.
Thank you, Momala!
Nan, Thank you for sharing so honestly and so vulnerablely. I appreciate learning more about the first step in a recovery program: accepting that we're powerless about most things. I can get behind that. I wish I could give you a big hug and magically dissolve your anxiety. I believe Kamala will win, and fortunately, I am not feeling as anxious as I easily can. Thanks for all you've done on the campaign.
Oh, Sandra! I think she's going to win, too. I'm feeling better than I did over the weekend. That SNL video really helped. Seeing her apparent joy and generosity was very good for me. I think she's going to be a great president. We'll see!
Thank you for this! You are describing how so many of us feel and the contortions we go through. So affirming. Let's all keep breathing and keep being there for each other, keep loving.
ABSOLUTELY. Love you, Nome! We're all good. It's gonna be good. It has to be good.
I am cautiously optimistic and also completely petrified. I’m not sure we have enough wine or ice cream in the house and will buy more on my way home from work tomorrow. In a situation like this, I am giving myself permission to numb my feelings and pickle my organs. I’m trying to remember to take deep breaths, but without a therapist on site to remind me I’m probably going to be holding my breath a lot tomorrow. I’m bracing not only for the results but also for a tsunami of disinformation. I sent the students in my argument and research classes a long announcement about the importance of applying everything they’ve learned about disinformation. That’s what I had the power to do today. I could have responded to one of today’s roughly one hundred fundraising messages by giving another few dollars, but I’ve already donated far more than I should have.
May we have reason to celebrate. If not, we will support each other and resist fascism with all the tools and strength we have.
I love you, Meryl. I hear you about the ice cream. I just ate a share pack of peanut M&Ms and there will probably be some Tate's chocolate chip cookies in my near future. I'm not much of a drinker. Ice cream is my go-to intoxicant! Hugs to Melissa and Eli!
You may be powerless, Nan, but your writing is oh so powerful! Here’s to Kamala Harris & Tim Walz - ❤️
Oh, Emily. Thank you so much. And yes, here's to next President and Vice President of the United States of America. Act as if, act as if, act as if!
I still can't wrap my head around the whole money equals votes thing. I vote in every election - municipal, provincial and federal - but have never once, not ever, given a dime to a politician or a political party. And I can't recall anyone ever asking me for a donation. Well, except for Donald J. Trump, who somehow got my email address and started begging me to send him my pocket change, which I think would be illegal? 😊
The money game in this country is appalling. It's unbelievable to me that we have to pay for political parties to be elected. They want to run for office? People should do it on their own dime, and not rely on PACs, which is the biggest joke ever, and hard-working people who have trouble paying for groceries and medical bills. Our fear keeps us hostage to giving, and giving, and giving. The whole system needs to be reworked. AND the electoral college. What nonsense.
Sending virtual support from the UK, Nan. So many Substack friends in the US are feeling the tension. And I read a great piece by piece by Caroline Criado Perez this morning on why it matters to us in the UK, too – and in fact matters everywhere.
https://substack.com/home/post/p-151149927
I'm thinking of you.
Thank you, Wendy! It matters to the world what happens next, absolutely. This is not just a local issue. I'm really trying to stay grounded, and not descend into fear. And I'm feeling very positive about the outcome. I really think she's going to win. And thank you for sending me the link to Caroline's piece. xo
Nan, We can't do much by ourselves, it's true, but just know that there are millions of people outside of the U.S. also feeling very scared, who are rooting for you!
I am so looking forward to Wednesday morning, waking up to the news of a humongous blue tsunami rolling over the Magat faithful.
I may not dance on the roof of my car 'cause that would require some gymnastic moves this old bod can't do, but I may just crack open the bubbly at breakfast.
That sounds great! Bubbly! I think I was exaggerating a bit when I mentioned the roof of my car...I don't think I'd make it up there, or that the roof of my car would appreciate my excitement. Thanks for reading and commenting, as always. I'm feel good today. I've gotten 16 asks from the woman who will be President. I almost donated again. Going to see if I can resist, because at this point, I really feel like what will be, will be.