... seeking refuge and asylum have been sent. My heart was a stone flask of unshed tears. But next day we saw good people, many, many of them, restoring their streets, their city and their home to welcome and solidarity. Hope is still stronger than hate.
I was in Hull last weekend (while @GMGawain won the British chess championship - congratulations Ga), saw and smelled the acrid smoke of burning plastic, pushed a toddler's buggy through carpets of broken glass and, much worse, saw smashed windows of the hotel where people ...
This is who we are, too. Sending love and solidarity to everyone who is aching, everyone who is afraid, everyone who is anxious. Together we make our home, shared and safe.
As a member of Maggieβs staff, I can attest to how important this is, not only for employeesβ wellbeing but for our productivity, creativity and service to the constituents she represents.
I hate to break it to Darren but the root cause of poverty is not having enough money and, as such, lifting the two child cap absolutely would tackle that.
Endless respect and solidarity to you @ashanraijones. Those hurling abuse at you can only dream of having a micron of your kindness, energy and your will to make the world a better and fairer place for everyone, especially those in need. Best wishes for next week π³ π