in times like these we all need to lean on the deep sustaining of a world that stretches beyond ourselves.
some people will look up to the sky, and pull their faith down from inside the stars.
some people will listen to the trees, put their faces to the wind, and sink roots into the earth that is our home.
some people will hold the hands of others, cradle the heartbeats of humans they love, and build strength in togetherness and community.
so maybe you will die bleeding, coughing, choking, in pain. maybe you will die quietly, alone. maybe the end of your life will be part of a global catastrophe. maybe the end of your life will approach you well after this moment has passed.
there is something in these moments where NOW feels so serious that we are forced to look forward, forced to look outward.