I Love Our Neighborhood

Yesterday was disappointing and disturbing in many ways. And weirdly, I am calmer than I was 8 years ago.

Our neighborhood, especially our block, gets along very well. Early afternoon, our neighbor called and suggested a gathering to commiserate. An email ensued and about 5 PM a group coalesced.

Carl is wearing a pussy-hat, and the cute cocoa cart created by our neighbor from an old wheelchair

There was hot cocoa and other bottles to supplement the cocoa. And a few snacks.

It was good to just chat, wonder, and speculate. One of the more interesting conversations was with a neighbor from India. They are in the process of becoming naturalized citizens and had a talk between themselves on whether to continue the USA course, return to India, or move elsewhere. I believe the current decision is to continue here.

But the point is, we live in a supported, safe place.

And then we all retired to our respective houses for dinner.

We had chicken soup from Dingfelders Deli. With matzo balls. It’s almost a tradition after getting a Covid shot, which I had done earlier in the day. And flu.

I did fall asleep, initially, around 8:30. I will attribute that to the shots, although I didn’t feel bad, just tired.

Onward, because there is really no other choice.

3 Responses to “I Love Our Neighborhood”

  1. Margaret Says:

    Not sure my last comment came through. Every blog is now making me sign in to WP, google or switch browsers. I am discouraged and scared but have a naturally cheerful disposition. It just might take me a while. Nice to have like-minded neighbors. I don’t.

    • raincharm Says:

      I predict I will be going up and down based on what atrocities are proposed and accepted or not. Luckily, I have a bit too much going on to think too deeply into what-ifs. Our neighbors really are a godsend.

    • raincharm Says:

      I hope I’m getting all of your comments. I get so frustrated when these products decide they need to change and become less friendly. Jay

      Sent from AOL on Android

Leave a reply to Margaret Cancel reply