I woke up today to learn that Nelson Mandela had passed away last evening at the age of 95. Periodically through the day, I was able to hear some of the NPR stories reviewing his life and accomplishments. 27 years in prison! From prison to president of a country. Always speaking out against discrimination and hate everywhere, promoting reconciliation, embodying kindness and compassion.
May Nelson Mandela's memory be a blessing for people all over the world who still languish in prison, suffer hunger, poverty, disease, discrimination, injustice. Long live Nelson Mandela!
Peace! Justice!
In October 2012, I bought a 152 year old house in Rockland, Maine and moved here "from away." Now I walk to the harbor at dawn every day and wait to see what life will surprise me with next.
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