I’ve written an introduction to today’s CRL in a million different ways, and nothing feels quite right. How do you even find words to try and capture your feelings when you face such a huge tragedy time and time again. A tragedy you know could have been avoided if it wasn’t for politicians clinging to power and pocketing NRA money. It’s really disgusting to think about. Yet we are still expected to move on and show up at work and in life as if it were just another day in America. Sadly.
This is Memorial Day weekend, an important holiday honoring those who served in our military. I can’t stop thinking about what I’ve read this week. Americans have done more harm to fellow Americans than any foreign enemy. “Over the past 50 years, more than 1.5 million people have been killed by gunfire, compared to 1.2 million of all wars in the country’s history. This year alone, more than 1,800 people have been killed or injured in mass shootings.“This is not about undoing the sacrifice of any military member or his family, but about acknowledging the seriousness of the gun violence crisis in this country. There are no holidays to honor the victims of gun violence.”
With so much tragedy and loss, I keep coming back to the podcast episode From Brené Brown and Karen Walrond’s article on having fun and finding connection in the struggle. “Getting happiness and getting gratitude is what reminds us to fight for it.” Don’t forget to find your happiness pocket. We still have a long way to go. We cannot raise our hands or bury our heads in the sand. Finding our own strength and fighting for the future our children (and all of us) deserve has never been more important. As the saying goes, an empty cup cannot be poured. take care of yourself. Have a safe and happy weekend.
If you’re looking for something to buy, try, read, share or pin, we’ve got you covered. Here are the best of the week…
Jess (J) & Kaelin (C)
Click. read. Love. 5.27.22
call your senator. Although this list is of senators who oppose common-sense gun legislation, call them whether they support it or not. They need to hear from you And know that you support HR 8, which will expand background checks, and HR 1446, which will increase background check waiting periods.
How to buy guns in 16 countries…it’s really interesting to see how the process differs in each country and how that changes gun violence.
If you want to donate, Make your dollar go further Donate to Democratic candidates running against Republicans who oppose gun safety.
new FBI study shows mass shooters Not just outbursts of loners.
Let’s not forget those notoriously underpaid and overworked teachers, who has to deal with security…
America’s gun culture is bracing itself for authoritarianism.
If you need to get rid of doom scroll, Stranger Things season four Back on Friday! (Kaelin)
why there are no more moms Return to the paid workforce?
so cool Vanessa Carlton’s Rhode Island home And it was designed by the neighbors I grew up with, Kate Gray. (Jace)
Nice to see a popular reality show against fast fashion.
A cool feature about professional surfer keleni.
Hacking Season 2 Saved me this week. (Jace)
An article about The Uwald school shooting and what to do next.
Shannon Watts responds to gun violence: “No one can sit on the sidelines anymore”
an interview with the First Lady of Ukraine.
Several Memorial Day Weekend Sales
Madewell
get 20% off all Madewell items with code long weekend. I love these white jeans I got (zoomed out), this white midi dress (30% off!), this Flowy Linen Shirt, these sports shorts and this super cute tennis dress.
Sephora
Beauty sales are Up to 50% off at Sephora There are also some great deals.this Vegan Lip Mask (so soothing) and Paradise Island Tanning Drops (These are my favorites and are great for tanning).
Crispy Wrap
Use code SUMMERFUN for 20% off Select the Chappywrap style. These are the best blankets and make great gifts.I love scallop print and blue stripes.
Balance CBD
it is 25% off all one-time purchases at Equilibria. resume scrolling so good (great idea for a Father’s Day gift) and daily gummies is my daily favorite (I eat one in the morning).
sixpence
Get 20% off orders over $1000 at Sixpenny. I am going to order some new sets for my Neva sofa and Gabriel sofa bed.this is mine Full review of my Sixpence Furniture.
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