this was a good week

This was a good week!  Here's why:

•  Did you know yesterday was Candlemas?  I'd never heard of it.  It's a festival of light, and any holiday that calls for the lighting of all the candles in the house is one I can get behind.

•  This photograph of a Jewish father and a Muslim father, united for a common cause.  Those Chicago Trib photogs, man.  What a great story.

•  Missy Elliott came out with a new song called "I'm Better," and it's so good, this man got out of his hospital bed to dance to it.

•  My sweet friend, National Geographic photographer Lola, shares why, now more than ever, it's time to dust off your passport -- no matter where in the world you call home -- and travel.

•  And speaking of Lola, she lives in Sweden, where apparently, it's traditional to build snow lanterns.  For those of you in snowier climates, how about you make a few this week and share them at #makelight?

•   And speaking of light, remember you are a light because you shine.  Never forget this.

•  And finally, the soundtrack:  I give you power, by Arcade Fire featuring Mavis Staples.  Awww yeah.

It's never been more important that we stick together and take care of each other. Love, Mavis Staples and Arcade Fire All proceeds go to ACLU https://www.aclu.org/

Have a great weekend, friends.