Hi y’all, I’m not sure how many of you are following the US elections but I sadly am so depressed… I’m elated that so many have been turned blue. Literally. It feels so monumental. Because it is. But I’m so depressed because the DAY I am moving out of Texas my home state for 36 years. It’s FINALLY flipped. 💙 I have wanted to move to Rhode Island for FOUR years and it finally worked out and is happening for me but I LOSE the ability to celebrate with my family, friends and community. My heart is broken. And I want to be happy. But I also just can’t find the peace with leaving…. Does anyone have any suggestions on how I can deal with this? Any experiences that are similar? Please share because I’m quietly dying inside 💔 😔

Something positive to consider, although I understand your disappointment. You were there when it counted most. When the community around you needed someone safe, someone that made their home feel less hostile and alienating. You’re not leaving at the worst time, you’re leaving at the best time. The community that just voted Texas blue was there before it “turned” blue, and it’ll still be there in the years to come when you visit. Something on the map being a different color doesn’t mean Texas was bad before and now it’s good. The political landscape is very complex and I think it’s so admirable that you stayed there so long and survived it with your passion intact.

@beesandhoney Thank you so much for your sympathy and understanding. That’s so true, I’m glad I was always there for anyone that needed to feel that they were safe to talk about the change it needed 💖 I appreciate you saying that so much! Seriously, I love my state so much and I love my family, friends and community. I wish I could still fight for them. And I miss them so much it’s killing me but I appreciate and thank you for your response. It has helped me so much ❤️‍🩹