After almost 2 years in the making, we’re excited to announce that we’re launching a video segment !

Amid these uncertain times, there is a very wobbly sense of normalcy, to say the least. Today, I want to share with you all an inspiring story from one of my dearest mentors, Betty *.

Days blurring together
Morning mingling with evening

I stare into an abyss
Floundering, Wondering
“What should I do now ?”

 As I was flipping through my journal, reminiscing on life’s happenings pre-pandemic, I landed on a page describing a trip I had made with Theresa*, a fellow musician, to celebrate one of her friend’s 82nd birthdays ! As we made our way through our duets and hymns (albeit, imperfectly), I watched as she smiled, savoring every moment of our mini “concert”.

When the present
Feels downcast
It’s ok
To visit the past
Rediscovering
Buried memories
With the dust of hurriedness
Settling
Recentering
Ourselves.

This morning
I saw a hedgehog
Nestled within
Blades of grass

One sunny afternoon, I was relaxing outdoors in the garden with *Margaret. As we sat there, with the wind tossing our hair and birds’ quarreling filling the air, she repeatedly brought up the sun, and how basking in it felt so amazing. At first, I found this to be quite silly. Afterall, I would spend lots of time in the sun, walking between classes or during an afternoon sports practice. But Margaret’s joy over something so simple, yet precious, taught me the value of finding joy in the most mundane of moments. 

Sometimes, we get worn out from the constant hustle and bustle, struggling to balance giving back and not giving up. From the overwhelmed activist to the busy mother, I encourage all of you to take a moment to pause and savor the intangible.