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Judy Hauswald's avatar

We will be in Sioux Falls Saturday for the national protest. Thanks for another relevant and inspiring read!

Nicole Baart's avatar

You’re so welcome! Praying Saturday is a peaceful, joy filled day.

Kring Talladen's avatar

Ah, thank you for this! I was about to write on my gratitude journal (even if I didn't feel like it) when I started to read this, and oh what a beautiful reminder to see joy amidst darkness! πŸ’š Now back to my gratitude journal and be genuinely thankful even for the smallest graces. πŸ™

Nicole Baart's avatar

Thanks for commenting! Cultivating a grateful heart can be really hard for meβ€”but so important. β™₯️

Keith A Moyer's avatar

Inspiring words from Sen. Booker, and great advice from you. Heading to Ames Saturday!

Nicole Baart's avatar

I love hearing about where everyone will be! We're spread out all over the country. It's inspiring!

Kathi Zimpleman's avatar

Thank you, Nicole. Your words brought joy to my life today!

Nicole Baart's avatar

I'm so happy to hear that! We need to keep cultivating joy.

Marianne Fons's avatar

Nicoleβ€”Thank you for the link to the final moments of Cory Booker's speech. This morning I set up a monthly donation to his campaign through ActBlue. We need a hero like him!

Carol Van Klompenburg's avatar

Thanks, Nicole! You give me joy and courage. Courage to keep on writing my Substack column even though it's not political. I hope it brings joy.

Nicole Baart's avatar

Yes! Keep writing! Our words matter more than we realize.

vicki felger's avatar

Moments of joy and immense pride to see Cory Booker break that record!! I'll be on the streets in Davenport Saturday!

Nicole Baart's avatar

Feels like a celebration!

Melanie K Cleveringa's avatar

Good morning! My heart feels a bit of refreshing this morning! Do you know anyone heading to DesMoines this weekend?

Nicole Baart's avatar

No, I wish… But I know of several who will be in Sioux Falls and Sioux City! I’d be happy to meet up if there are others who would like to link arms (metaphorically although maybe literally speaking).