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Well, the holiday season is upon us with the usual Black Friday, Cyber Monday, jingle bells advertising frenzy geared to you snatching up the perfect gifts to surprise and delight.
I’m hardly feeling festive this season, and especially not inclined to buy stuff. I want to hug my loved ones closer, spend more time with friends, retell the old stories, regroup for what we’ll face in the new year.
But I like the idea of Giving Tuesday. It’s not just about donating to worthy causes (such as the Good People listed at www.hortusscope.info). It’s about “making someone smile, helping a neighbor or stranger out, showing up for an issue or people we care about, or giving some of what we have to those who need our help.”
I especially admire the founders’ aim to “unleash the power of radical generosity.” What a concept! We’re going to need to be both radical and generous going forward to find the power to protect the lands and wildlife we love and to mend our torn communities.
More power to us, and Happy Holidays to all!