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[greygirlbeast]

I would be remiss if I allowed myself to be so caught up in the bittersweet sting of nostalgia that I did not pause to discuss the issue of politics in Leeds, Alabama, which, of course mirror the general political climate in Alabama and across much of the country. Part of me wants to look the other way and not even bring up this problem. But I

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[sovay]

I just had to put this into words.

It is honest.

I am sorry this landscape cannot be your home right now.

[alumiere]

The US has become a sad mess in a lot of places. My parents both live in areas where I'd be unwelcome too (PA and NC). It sucks that in 2014 we often seem to be moving backwards.

[corucia]

It's depressing to hear that the places you remember for the comfort they provided to you, once upon a time, have become the Enemy from which you seek comfort.

[ext_2741996]

"And see, all I really want is to be left alone."

Sadly, that's getting harder and harder. Simple as it may sound, it's the hardest thing in the world.