Or... maybe just paying attention this week. Because circumstances evolve. And intelligent people realize that conditions do change.

I've had my share of depression, despair, pessimism, cynicism. So don't think I'm some "good vibes only" toxic positivity looney.

But you know what, I really enjoy the relief I feel at seeing the results of the recent election, and I'm choosing to dare to hope that things can finally turn around this time. Because if we don't dare to hope, then they never will. And I can't accept that. I won't accept it.