This is such a difficult week, especially for women. It’s not so much the demise of Hillary, but the rise of Trump. I won’t rehash all the sexual misconduct since we have been inundated already. I want to focus on healing, regrouping, planning on how to contribute in a right-wing world.

The first few days I had to cope.I had student teaching and fieldwork commitments. Somehow I managed to move through those days in a zombie-like state. The people around me were in the same state so that helped. No one talked much, we just functioned in slow-mo.

I am off now until next Wednesday so I have some serious “coping” time. I reserved a camp spot for three nights camping over Thanksgiving. I will go to Ichetucknee Springs and do a paddle down a beautiful river. I will van camp with Tango and the kayak. Simplicity.

Next, I built a nice campfire and kicked back in the lounger. Ahhhhh. The moon rose as I gazed into the universe. Viewing that vastness always bring comfort.  I also opened a bottle of wine and drank 3 glasses. I might have consumed the entire bottle, but I spilled the first glass! The wine didn’t help much. I rarely drink, so it makes me feel worse.  However, the package of hot dog buns that I ate for dinner helped a great deal (Tango got one too). Hot dog buns go great with cheap Merlot, and that carb boost bathed my soul.

This morning I slept in until 9 (that darn wine), and I wrote my next Sunday Reflection. I decided to brunch on something healthy after all the buns, and I made up oatmeal with yogurt and protein powder. Ahhh. Feels good. Back on the nutritional track.

Now Tango and I will go for a walk in our forest, after which I will begin my first charity quilt. I found several organizations that distribute quilts to kids.

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The death of Leonard Cohen added a new layer of despair, but listening to his music is a great antidote.

How are you coping with the election hangover, literal and otherwise? If you supported Trump, gloating does not count!!!