democracy or fascism. that’s the choice.

Honestly I don’t know where I’m going with this, but I’m tired y’all. I’m tired and frustrated because leadership in this country doesn’t care enough to prioritize human life. Idk, it was a small moment in the grand scheme of things but it really was a slap in the face reminder of how this country treats it’s own people. I feel like we’ve all been getting those lately.

Trump and Devos are just “letting school districts decide.” With a side helping of threatening any school that dares to recognize COVID as a threat. 

We have not found a compromise yet.

1. That there’s always a story, always a chain of events that makes everything make sense. You just have to find it. 2. That it’s better sometimes to simply apologize than to try and make excuses. 3. When trying to defuse a bomb, just pull all the wires, because one of them is bound to be the right one. 4. That scrabble is a dangerous game to play. 5. That the most worthwhile things in life are often the most difficult. 6. To follow your heart, follow you heart and you can’t go wrong. 7. That if two people believe in something, really believe, anything, even the impossible, is possible. 8. That relationships aren’t math problems. You can’t solve them by being rational. 9. That rejection isn’t failure. Failure is giving up. 10. That money doesn’t change who we are, it just magnifies our personality. 11. To believe in magic. Because if you don’t believe in the possibility of magic, you’ll never ever find it. 12. To not give up. Because that’s the deal. 13. That every love story has obstacles only the worthy can transcend. 14. That things usually don’t turn out well when the number 47 shows up. 15. That things aren’t going to go well when the pen doesn’t move in the opening sequence. 16. The definition of Quixotic. 17. Vincit Omnia Veritas. And that the truth really does conquer all. 18. That life never throws anything at us that we can’t handle. 19. All the words to “In My Veins” 20. That risking our hearts is why we are alive. And we don’t want to look back and wonder ‘if only.’ 21. To learn how to take your weaknesses and make them strengths. 22. That when a life altering moment occurs, people remember. 23. The plot to strangers on a train 24. Pancakes, apples, cherries, cheeseburgers. All perfect food. 25. That some people change when you’re not looking. 26. That when it comes to the people we love, we all have that side to us. 27. That even on the worst days there’s a possibility for joy. 28. That the story always matters. 29. That the drive thru wedding chapels in Vegas are a bad idea if alcohol is involved; because they are legally binding. 30. Sometimes people just need to find a really good font. 31. The key to a good marriage/relationship is to just keep showing up 32. The pea-pod bond 33. To find that person who can be there for you and you can be there for them, and you can dive into it together 34. The true difference between irony and coincidence 35. How to make sense of the songs 36. That the best gift to give someone is something they said they wanted when they thought you weren’t listening. 37. To never take each day for granted. 38. Knowing that everything we do, every choice we make, every terrible and wonderful thing that happens to us. It all leads us to right here; this moment. 39. That we are bound by our choices. But we are more than our mistakes. 40. That the true love stories are all about beating the odds. 41. To be in it with the right person; because then the bubble will never burst. 42. That everything eventually ends. But there are those people who are so much a part of us, they will be with us no matter what. Because they are our solid ground, our North Star and the small clear voices that will be in our hearts. Always. 43. That sometimes it’s better to live your life for now because that makes a lot more sense than worrying about the future. 44. That the people we love leave us. (And unfortunately we can’t chain them to a radiator.) 45. That it’s hard to know where you stand with someone with one foot out the door. 46. That we don’t live our lives on paper. (So it doesn’t have to make sense) 47. That there comes a point in our lives when we have to stop fooling ourselves, thinking life is going to be the way we want it to be, and start seeing things for how they really are. 48. That love isn’t a switch you can just turn off. 49. How to maneuver when you are handcuffed together. (You just have to find your rhythm) 50. To not let go. To not back down. To be extraordinary. 51. To not be so driven by the past that you throw away your future. 52. Don’t ruin the story with logic. 53. That we don’t have all the answers. We just have to live with the questions and find our way. 54. Everyone has walls. You just have to find the one your willing to break the walls down for. 55. Find the person who will stand with you. 56. That the third times a charm. 57. To never forget the Elephants; because they know all. 58. That John Woo movies make for a great date night; because the bloodier the better. 59. That when someone makes a bad movie choice in a relationship, you lose your turn. (Maybe more depending on how bad the choice) 60. To appreciate red wine. (Especially that special kind…) 61. To never sin by silence. It just hurts more than it protects. 62. To find that person who will always be there. Always 63. That every writer needs inspiration. 64. That sometimes there is no victory, only battles. 65. That being partners means you’re with them until the wheels fall off. 66. That family isn’t limited to blood. 67. That Javier is probably not the best name for a white Irish kid. 68. That deep fried twinkies aren’t always a good thing. 69. Chapter 10. Page 105. 70. That when the coffee starts to taste like a monkey peed in battery acid it’s probably time to get an espresso machine. 71. That the thing that attracts you to a person will always end up driving you crazy. 72. That you’re never too old for laser tag. (Just old enough to buy the best guns!) 73. When you hear a knock at the door late at night during a storm; answer it. It may just change your life. 74. That more than likely there is a reasonable explanation for everything. Although those just aren’t as fun. 75. Sometimes we must ask ourselves if we are willing to get over the pain of being hurt for what we want most. 76. To appreciate the everyday magic. 77. That the real test of true love is whether or not you would break them out of prison. 78. That the weather in California is always sunny, with a chance of ass kicking 79. That the heart wants what the heart wants. 80. That no matter how bad things get, it’s going to be okay because you have each other. 81. To find that person who will never stop believing you. Even when the story doesn’t make sense. 82. That the story is the secret ingredient. 83. To be a devout believer in the truth. Because the truth can never hurt you and is your weapon to yield. 84. Don’t chase ghosts. It’s not worth it. 85. That you never get over it but there comes a day when you wake up and realize you don’t mind carrying it around with you. 86. To introduce yourself to the guy in 8B first 87. That sometimes the annoying, self centered, egotistical, nine year old on a sugar rush (incapable of taking anything seriously) is exactly what we need. 88. How to plan the perfect surprise birthday party. 89. That the swings are the best part of any playground. 90. To always read the acknowledgements at the end of a book. (The best parts are probably in there) 91. All the words to Stop and Stare. 92. That when you can’t agree on a wedding venue. There’s always space. 93. The real meaning of handshakes. 94. That the chances of survival for the comic relief guy in horror movies is slim. 95. That holiday traditions are important but it’s also important to add new ones. 96. That pancakes are not just breakfast. 97. That the ‘70s were one great decade. 98. To appreciate book dedications. 99. That sometimes the best advice is unsolicited. 100. That he is her one. She is his done. Always.

Make. Them. Say. What. They. Mean.

Reposting this because some of y’all need a reminding.

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but the truth is actually really sad bc we’re afraid to interact with women because of the scrutiny we face in our every word, expression, and gesture.