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When I sit with my fear of what’s to come,
I can’t help but feel hope for the future after the fall.
I listen to the events of the world,
and it’s as if everyone is so
bloodthirsty.

Is a future of freedom,
care,
gratitude,
empathy,
support,
community,
and kindness
possible?

I yearn for that future.
Where all of the people of the world can breathe fresh air, and go home to a fridge full of food.
One that is accommodating instead of self-serving.
I yearn for a future that sees a person sleeping on the street
and helps them,
instead of leaving them in the cold.
One that does not hold prejudice, but compassion.
One where all people can have an actual voice for changes they feel should be made, not just those with money and charisma.

Can we rely on the world,
as it is,
to make this change?
Can we expect the systems,
as they are,
to allow it?