On some days, I feel the Blues and disconnected from the harsh realities these days. I often wonder, how can I carry on and enjoy life with all its little celebrations? With all the drama and trauma going on at the big stage and small communities, is still worthy of celebrating?
Our family welcomed a new baby, but also honoring the life of a dear loved one we have lost. The successful completion of years of study, a milestone birthday and finally the well-earned retirement. Maybe it’s the new puppy, or just celebrating a long-lasting, deep friendship? There can always be a reason to pause and appreciate what we have in life.
And then, there is the bigger picture. The elephant in the room, very present and weighing heavily on our bodies and minds. The year 2026 is the 250th anniversary of the United States as the world’s longest‑running continuous democracy. But democracy is a team sport.
We The American People have an obligation to protect the Constitution and individual rights, at the same time respect the rights of neighbors, and participate in civic life.
In that sense, the anniversary isn’t just about looking back. It’s a reminder that the work of sustaining something so complex continues into the next year, and the next.
I agree. The world is so chaotic that I don’t even feel able to properly celebrate things that should be celebrated. Still, there are always things in everyday life worth celebrating. Our family also welcomed a new baby, and we celebrated wholeheartedly. I sincerely hope the future will be optimistic.
My words seem to resonate with many of you artists, Thank You. I don’t mean to spread more feelings of hurt and disappointment, but these times are certainly very trying on our well-being. What’s left for me is to enjoy and celebrate the positive things in life, no matter how small they are. I refuse to have bad people and their actions rob me of hope and joy.
My days also have many moments of depressed thoughts and anger. I am having a hard time finding this to celebrate…..thanks for reminding me that working in my studio everyday is something to celebrate! Even if I do create things that are a bit sad at times I quickly switch to happy thoughts
One day this week, I realized that I had spent an entire half hour after waking up – not worrying over world and national issues. Sad that this was so rare.
It’s important that we continue to find moments to celebrate. I’m grateful always to have art to take me away from many troubles.