CHAPTER 3

“A bright future is possible, but only if we get to work building it.”

“There has to be a good reason for all this chaos.”

“When life gets back to normal, I hope that there will be echoes of grace in the memory of hardship.”

“These are challenging times for everyone, and it’s important we shed light on the positives.”

“I do not think we will ever return to normal, but we are trying to live each day guided by hope and gratefulness.”

“Black lives have mattered for centuries, and will continue to matter in the future.”

 “When times are tough, it’s important to help and be open minded to those around you.”

“This is an opportunity for us to search within ourselves and check for our own privileges.”

“The world has been at a standstill, with clear minds and hearts – the truth rises.”

“I want to be able to say that I impacted at least one person’s life before I leave this earth.”

“The pandemic has given us a certain amount of appreciation for routine and our home.”

“We are afraid to acknowledge our trauma and deal with it.”

“Anything positive? Yes. An awakening. Then, some equity. Then, equality.”