My support

Really can't even remember specifically what got me fired up to participate in the Women's March on Washington, but something sparked me. Since its inception, I have experienced so much unexpected support and a good amount of indirect (or unspoken) lack thereof. Believe me when I tell you that I can usually read between the lines or intuit that which is not expressed. That's okay. I certainly don't expect ANY amount of agreement or support; and I am grateful for the whispers of love and respect. 

While the stirrings were still unspoken, my sincerest wish was that my dear husband, Bob Brocious, and MIGHTY MAN (he walks softly and carries a big stick) would sanction my trip to Washington, DC. I pondered this wish for a couple of days before stepping out and telling him what I wanted to do. To my delight and with a little bit of surprise, he was (from the start) at least agreeable, if not a little bit pleased. Because he chose not to shut me down from the start, I became emboldened! Thank you, Bob, for your quiet trust and pride. 

Thank you, Lynne and Leslie, for taking the leap of faith to accompany me on this adventure and Drinda for reaching out to join us. I couldn't have felt more comfortable having you three by my side...or in front of me...or behind me...tethered by hands, pockets, belt loops! Your companionship and leadership inspire and comfort me. You are incredibly strong women. That we are (mostly) like-minded encourages me and bolsters my courage and confidence. Thank you, Jodi Brocious, for being my "back-up" person, who I knew wouldn't have let me go by myself. 

I received many expressions of encouragement through Facebook, Twitter, and email. I appreciate every single one of your "likes" or "loves" or more detailed expressions of support. 

Now I would like to be a little more specific. Here are some personal text messages that I have received over the past few days that mean so much:  

There have been many other expressions of love and support, many of them expressed in emails and on FB. I am grateful for each of them, so much more than you know. 

Now that I've gotten that out of the way, I'm taking another break and giving one to my readers. Be back soon! Next post...it gets REAL!