Dear Unsealers,
The last couple of days have brought so much sadness to our country. Seeing so many young beautiful people lose their life so horrifically is too much to bear. On top of that, I feel so much frustration. Is there not anything we can do to change the trajectory of this awful problem. Is there no common ground to change something to reduce the risk too our children? With all the brain power in Washington, can’t the politicians come up with one initial action that can lead to a change in course. I know there are so many reasons why this gun violence happens. So you would think there would be so many possible ways to mitigate the problem. Instead of arguing about guns lets all try to find perhaps a liitle bit of common ground to make a difference and honor the lives of all those we have lost to our national disgrace.

From the heart with respect for everyone with views that are different then mine,

Dear Unsealers,
I may have grown up in the fifties and sixties when women were relegated to domestic roles but I was
very lucky. I had a Dad and Mom who always made me feel that I could do more in life. They believed in me and encouraged me to get a good education and choose a career that would make me happy. I was lucky to find fulfillment in a career and as a mother. I have learned that giving children love and attention strengthens their self-esteem. Look for people in your life who support you with positivity and always know that as a woman your opportunities in life are limitless. Just be strong and never let anyone get in your way. But there might be times when you have to stand up to people who want to put you down or dismiss you simply because you are a threat to them or they are jealous of you or afraid of your potential. These situations will challenge you but not defeat you. You will keep your head down, ignore the noise and continue to excel. Do not give the naysayers your power. Eventually you will rise above and show the world what a determined woman can do.
Women have power!
Best of luck to my sister community,
Shelley Brill