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While I was turning lights off and preparing for b

While I was turning lights off and preparing for bed last I was agitated. Friction causes agitation. The friction I was feeling was coming from the vibration caused by split tongued patriotism.
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As I listened to the more than normal amount of fireworks I thought of how many Americans have placed individual rights over the rights of all Americans in the name of tradition.
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With all of the research showing a link between fireworks and PTSD in Veterans that is reported.... With all of the research showing the mental and emotional toll on animals and fireworks that is out there...
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Even still...it continues.
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Many would argue, “it’s my right to buy them and shoot them off. It’s tradition to blow stuff up!” I’ll add, “and the fallout doesn’t change my way of life so who cares?”.
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Another annoying aspect is the person shooting the fireworks doesn’t have to clean up the mess. The neighbors pick up your mess left behind in their yards.
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Many Veterans, who you thank for their service, get sent right back to a mental war zone while you celebrate.
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And many of the celebrating is being done while wearing shirts with flags, eating food off of flag plates and tablecloths. But the flag you hold dear and would die for isn’t to be worn that way.
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According to the guidelines of “honoring the flag” those are all disrespectful acts.
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Kneeling is not listed.
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I know I may sound like the cranky lady on the front lawn yelling at kids to “get off my grass”, but all I’m saying is think about what you believe and why!.
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Do you do things because “that’s the way it’s always been?” .
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I say, “Why has it been that way and why does it have to stay that way?”.
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Thanks for coming to church.
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#iamsamjerry #patriotic #animalsandfireworks #veteransandfireworks #knowwhyyoubelieve #fierce #untamed #untamedstrength

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#iamsamjerry #womenliftingwomen #myuterusmychoice #fierce #wearthemask

My phone has been busy since I posted Part 1 “Ro

My phone has been busy since I posted Part 1 “Rooting out Racism”. Have you watched the IG video?.
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I was told growing up the “boogie man” was the person who would hurt me. So I looked out for a monster, ugly and gross...a “boogie man”. But it wasn’t a monster who hurt me. It was someone I knew, who prayed for people and was kind to me.
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The same is true with racism. A racist doesn’t have a physical distinction. A racist looks like you and me.
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There is embarrassment in stepping up and saying I’ve been racist or I am racist, but there should be no shame if you are making steps to change.
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Speaking up is hard, but growth will come with the willingness to show up and be accountable.
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Thank you for sharing your stories with me. Keep up the self reflection.
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Part 2 coming tomorrow.
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#iamsamjerry #antiracism #silenceisviolence #speakup #riseup #blm #noshameonlychange

G’morning friends.. . I hope your weekend was j

G’morning friends..
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I hope your weekend was just what you needed.
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I’ve been quiet since quarantine. When schools went to home based learning I knew there wasn’t anything I could offer. My children are grown and out of school, my husband was home and protected and people were even offering to run errands and whatnot for us.
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Single moms were/are out there doing IT ALL. Businesses were/are figuring out how to function and survive. I’ve been cheering you all on.
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A few times, I thought, I was having conversations with people I agreed with over masks, but unfortunately, on one occasion, a person began arguing with me whether people threw a fit in airports after 9/11 the way people are throwing fits in stores now. What?? I deleted my comments and moved on.
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Then I watched as George Floyd died in front of my eyes and I became angry, sad, confused, not at all surprised, disheartened and inspired.
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I’ve been quiet, but I’ve been writing and I’m ready to share.
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I realize racism and inequality are big subjects. Although, most of what I’ll share are first hand accounts, I have interviewed a few people and I may interview more.
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What I have to share may be too much to take in during one sitting. Sharing bits will allow marination and hopefully digestion.
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I apologize in advance, I haven’t used an editor.
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I’ll be publishing my writing on social media as Part 1, Part 2, etc.
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So why pics of my yard?? .
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I wanted to share my yard with you, the beauty, the peace, the healing it brings me everyday...Cause I’m about to get real....
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#iamsamjerry #gardenwalk #antiracism #redyellowblackbrownandwhite #gardenhealing #truth #realtalk #fierce
#fire #education #endwhitesilence #buckleupbuttercup

Silver lining to the Saharan Dust Clouds is just r

Silver lining to the Saharan Dust Clouds is just right lighting for an Etsy store photo shoot.
Key chains, wall hangings and macrame tables going live this weekend, at Samshine by Sam Jerry, handmade accessories for life and home.
#iamsamjerry #samshinebysamjerry #handmadeaccessories #macramekeychains #macrame #macramé #handmade #etsyshop #artislife #creativity #yarnart

I’m a few days late, but...Kasen is 1 month old.

I’m a few days late, but...Kasen is 1 month old.
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Months before she was born I bought a beautiful backdrop for photo ops. You know the ones that have the numbers for months and years. I thought it would be easy for Natalie to use and the colors were beautiful.
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Well, I should have known my girl would get super creative with the photo shoot. ☀️ 🌊 👙 📸
At one month Kasen is just right. She’s strong, observant and busy y’all.
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And at one month postpartum her mom is amazing too. She enjoys walks, washing bottles, changing diapers, 4 AM feedings and brunch with mimosas.
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Her daddy is precious too. He takes the morning shift so Nat can sleep in a bit.
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He’s also realized he’s more popular on zoom when Kasen shows up 😂😂 and that his purpose now is working to support that bow habit!! 💜💚🧡💛 Happy 1 month!!!!!!.
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#iamsamjerry #babiesofinstagram #onemonthold #beachready

My sister in law, who is originally from Vietnam,

My sister in law, who is originally from Vietnam, was in town this weekend...
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Cooking lessons were had. She was patient and shared stories and laughter and love.
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#iamsamjerry #foodandfamily #freshroll #springroll #learningandsharing #familywechoose

This girl is experiencing the important stuff.
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Natalie introduced Kasen to Bravo’s Real Housewives of somewhere 🤷🏼‍♀️....
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And yesterday we worked on her Boomerang game.
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#rhobh #vanderpumprules #vanderpump #bravotv #boomerang #popculture #itsnotaboutthepasta #babiesofinstagram .
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Did I get those hashtags right? ^^^^

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