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Saying Yes to “What Is,” Even When “What Is” Is Unacceptable

A poem of grief and love

“Say Yes! to life”
It’s one of my highest aspirations

But how do I say Yes to an 18-year-old shooter killing elementary school kids?
How do I say Yes to heedless, needless death?
How do I say Yes to polarization and righteous action?
How do I say Yes to white supremacy…

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Marijke McCandless

Marijke McCandless is an awareness practitioner, playfulness instigator and award-winning writer. Her recipe? Listen. Play. Write. https://marijkemccandless.com