[1]I flew home from Washington just as everyone was arriving for the Inauguration. On the way to Dulles Airport, the cab driver told me that 300 private jets carrying dignitaries were about to descend. During my stay, it felt good to flex that democratic muscle of being in conversation with legislators, and I hope my voice was heard. Words can have such power. But there’ve been other times – with friends, neighbors, work mates, my mother, the person who seemed to cut me off on the freeway, when I wish I could rewind what I’ve said. At 12:01 AM, I will begin the experiment (accompanied by some of you) of not saying anything negative about anyone for a day. I’m curious as to how long it will take for me to mouth off. With you as my conscience, I’m determined to keep at it. Let me know how it’s going.
Illustration by Lisa Congdon [1]