Author: 2020101_wpadmin

My first reaction was “CAN YOU FEEL A BRAND NEW DAY!” Followed by profound anxiety, followed by slight relief (after the inauguration), and now something like PTSD.

My experience was slight relief with the overriding sense of impending and continuing dread. Then winter came and with it the worst of many things. Now a resolution of sorts, with a fleeting and delicate chance at renewal of purpose. No short memories allowed.

I felt cautious when I heard the election results, like I was waiting for the other shoe to drop. I felt worried that I’d be witness to some sort of unrest.

I felt momentary relief — knowing many people will not remain engaged. 2024 is just around the corner and we’ll be at it again. Imagine a Donald Trump / Josh Hawley ticket in 2024. Like Jaws 3 … this time it’s serious!

We had a spur of the moment dance party in the living room. First time I’ve willingly played Celebration and enjoyed every damn note of it.

I was thrilled, of course, and… I was anxious because I knew in my bones that violence would ensue at some point — and that ending that singular presidency would not be the end of what had been awakened and emboldened by him.

I felt massive relief, like I could exhale for the first time in 4 years without sobbing. Hearing that monster’s voice daily was deeply retraumatizing.

Pure relief. Like a weight lifted off my back.

I remember thinking i could finally exhale. I had almost forgotten what a real president sounded like! The Biden/Harris ticket was tied with Warren for me, but I’m overjoyed that America came out and took our country back! Democracy was circling the drain due to the lack of integrity, decency, morals and American values that… Continue reading heather h.

I felt happiness and relief and pride that I didn’t even know it was possible to feel. I called my best friends and just sobbed when the race was officially called. That entire day felt like we were just breathing joy and euphoria.