Weather
The power of extreme weather is profoundly affecting millions of Americans. The south is drowning in a sea of polluted water dumped by Hurricane Harvey. The west is ablaze with raging wildfires, stretching from Washington to southern California.
Loss of homes, of precious resources, of lives and of normalcy is unprecedented. These are indeed trying times, and trying times elicit the best and the worst of human nature.
“We should expect the best and the worst of mankind, as from the weather.” Luc de Clapiers
“The signs of climate change are visible across the nation, from the drought-stricken fields of Central California to the flooded streets of Michigan. Extreme weather is turning people’s lives upside down and costing communities millions of dollars in damaged infrastructure and added health care costs.” Frances Beinecke
“I have seen many storms in my life. Most storms have caught me by surprise, so I had to learn very quickly to look further and understand that I am not capable of controlling the weather, to exercise the art of patience and to respect the fury of nature.” Paulo Coelho
Resilience, spiritual strength, love, compassion and faith are demanded of us all during these difficult times.
