The 2024 presidential election motivated me to have a birthday do-over

At the Pittsburgh Ballet Theater Pointe in Time Emerald Gala Today marks a week since my birthday.  Its occurrence is a tremendous blessing. Because all around us are reminders about the fragility of life. To that end, my brother, who always makes a point to celebrate me, took me to the Pittsburgh Ballet Theater's Pointe in Time Emerald Gala on November 2d. That was the beginning of my birthday celebrations. And then, on my birthday itself, I got a bit of a surprise... My actual birthday was tough. It was Election Day. And, I spent the day working polls as a part of an election protection effort. My efforts were designed to protect all voters. However, deep in my heart I love my AKA sister, Kamala Harris and I hoped for her historic victory. Then, much to my chagrin and despite my efforts—and those of thousands more—she lost. In my estimation, that loss was one of the greatest setbacks in human dignity in my lifetime.  The country elected a felon and self-proclaimed, racist, ableis

Wordless Wednesday: Summer Adventures in Pittsburgh

Our daughter at PPG Center, Pittsburgh, Pa.

I just LOVE this photo because it truly captures the fun that is possible in Pittsburgh in the summertime!

Indeed, Pittsburgh is a great place to be in the summertime. Because the weather can be crappy, a lot, Pittsburghers seem to enjoy nice days as much or more than folks in other parts of the country. Also, the city really embraces summer. There are countless fountains for kids to run through like the one above. There are also free outdoor events that encourage a sense of community and an appreciation of the outdoors. If you're interested in learning more about upcoming events like some free concerts that are coming up, click here. There are also several concert series in and around Pittsburgh which make summer a great time to party in Pittsburgh, for free! (For a link to the schedule, click here.)

How do you enjoy summer in your town?!

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