In fact, under the current threats, empathy is a revolutionary act. Make it your superpower. Care for your families and your neighbors, both at home and abroad. Support causes that help change your communities - and our world - for the better. Your empathy and caring actions will always shine on.

Bimby was born in 1910 and lived 86 years - including more than 20 of those in the house where I grew up. She passed away 29 years ago when I was in Peace Corps. I've missed her most every day since then, but I know she's with so many loved ones, including my dad, most likely sharing good stories.

Thank you for writing and sharing this, @nickkristof.bsky.social. As someone who's worked in humanitarian aid for over 20 years (and started as a Peace Corps Volunteer), I think U.S. foreign aid is one of best ways to demonstrate the generosity, goodwill and leadership of the U.S. and its people.

Thank you, @markfrost.bsky.social, for the hauntingly beautiful work that you and David Lynch did together. #TwinPeaks first inspired me 35 years ago and continues to do so - your evocative, immersive storytelling is one of the biggest reasons I chose to become a writer. Rest in peace, #DavidLynch.

That's the beauty of truly great writing - it changes over time, depending on which age of our life, and keeps holding significance. To me, this quote is a bridge between that time and this one. I hold on to the "gold" from that time, along with this song by Stevie Wonder from the wonderful film.