I don’t usually write about politics, as I just don’t want to.

 

It isn’t that I don’t have thoughts or feelings; I most certainly do. But I try to keep that out of this forum, as I truly want to respect those I know to be reading. We do not always align on the same side of the political fence, but I look across at you with respect. For that reason, I endeavor to keep politics out of our shared time in these posts.

 

Many years ago, I was at a bar in Boston. It was a night out with fellow flight attendants – all gals. We met a slew of fellas from Australia, and before I knew what was happening, those dudes were talking about America’s role in the world. They said that like it or not, others in the world count on America to fight battles when they arise. I asked if they were serious (or merely drunk), and they were for reals. As they’d all taken their turns in military service, they told me their opinions were relevant and vital – whatever that means. I was drinking, so what did I know? I filed the night away as a typical pub experience and thought nothing more of it. But – and this is important – I did not forget it.

 

A couple of nights ago, as I watched news of the Ukraine, I suddenly recalled that long-ago night in a Boston bar. I thought about it for a moment, then I said to Mister, “This is the reason America has to get her shit together: the rest of the world won’t. And someone has to.” And this from someone who loves the world more than words can adequately express.

 

That, friends, is the end of my political rant, if it can be called as such.

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