I am now picturing a bunch of Jewish people meeting on-line to gravely discuss the interpretation of yoga directions

Well, yes. We met to discuss the writings of Patanjali and their interpretation. Something about reflection and sight and mind. It wss very soothing.

Shir, glad you got a little good news

It's good news and I'm very happy that he and his family weren't murdered or kidnapped, but it's also shocking to understand just how close they were to die and the trauma they expirenced.

Did I mention how much I want this to be over already so that we can properly mourn and understand how to continue from here? I don't want one more single person dead by violence, here or in Gaza or in the West Bank. Dead babies won't cure dead babies. Just let us live.

Thinking of you, Shir and Nilly. I imagine everybody wants this to be over.

Today we celebrate Fiona!

Thank you everyone for the birthday wishes! It was a very nice, normal (as in: no round numbers, normal work and school day) birthday. We had family cake and presents with B. joining in virtually from Bristol, where he is studying. And then we went out for dinner and had a cheese fondue. So, no complaints.

Happy belated, Fiona.

David, that’s so nice you’re able to do that for your niece. I hope you all have a wonderful visit.

Just let us live.

This. So much.

I’m up early at the hospital. They are supposed to take my Dad down for his operation at 630. Hoping it all goes smoothly and I’ll be able to take my Mom back home to rest by late morning. She definitely didn’t sleep well last night. Poor thing.

All the best for your Dad, lisah.

Thank you! Poor guy was in a fair bit of pain this morning and VERY thirsty.

Thinking good health thoughts for Lisa’s dad.

Peaceful thoughts to the rest of the world. Can we just stop being awful?

Hope the work stuff ends up in a good place for you, msbelle!

Also on good news Vyvanse is finally generic!

And yet, it is still impossible to get. cries in recently(ish)-diagnosed-and-as-yet-still-unmedicated-ADHD (Seriously, it's been like 'oh, yes, you do indeed have The Thing Where It's Hard To Remember To Do Things, so go try to find a) a pharmacist that can dispense Schedule II meds (so not my usual) and b) a pharmacy that actually has the stuff in stock - good luck!')

Biggest of hugs and/or comforting vibes to Nilly & Shir & everyone else.

crossing fingers for lisah's dad & msbelle's work & anyone else who wants it.

HB Fiona!

Fondue for birthday sounds like an excellent plan, Fiona! I'd wish you a happy birthday but you already took care of that with melted cheese.

They are supposed to take my Dad down for his operation at 630. Hoping it all goes smoothly and I’ll be able to take my Mom back home to rest by late morning.

Pain-ease and easey peasey procedure for Lisah's dad.

I vote for slaughter ceasing immediately. Humans can be so discouraging.

I think my face is getting close to normal. One more gentle washing this morning should help.

I have more stuff to chip away at, but I'm paralyzed with not caring. I kinda don't wanna.

Did it again with the post, WTH?

Glad for all of you for your niece's visit, David.

Sending good vibes to you all and your dad, lisah. Hoping he's in it heading to recovery by now after a smooth operation.

Love to you, Shir.