(no subject)
We often struggle helplessly in the face of a reality that is neither safe nor normal. Reality is strange and disappointing. Nothing makes sense. "Common sense" is uncommon.
We eventually come to terms with it. Stockholm Syndrome for the soul.
Yes, we once elected a reality TV star to be president.
Yes, someone thought deep-fried twinkies would be a good snack.
Yes, that rambling, incoherent woman in front of the 7-11 just dropped her pants and shit on the sidewalk in broad daylight.
It's hard to have an anchor, a safe haven, a place that you can tether yourself to something you know is true and correct. Everything is in constant flux.