This morning I woke up at 3am and see the US election results. While I am disappointed, I think a little part of me accepted that this was a likely outcome. Despite my hopes this election is a validation of what I already know to be true from my own lived experience and work in social justice , that white supremacy and misogyny have yet to be extracted from what is the fabric and foundation of this country. The connection between white supremacy and capitalism is inextricable, and while I hoped for a different outcome at the top of the ticket, I also know that the no matter who is President so much work that remains. The path to an equitable and just world is very long. so I start today grieving, redetermined, and modestly hopeful because all is not lost in this election.

1. Checked in on friends and family

2. Made a cup of tea

3. Unsubscribed from marketing emails and text messages

4. Became a member of the working families party

5. Found a new independently owned bookshop to visit today to fill my cup

6. Cancelled non-essential work meetings

“Little drops of water make the mighty ocean.” -Julia Carney