Keep in mind there is a lot of "Fake it 'til you make it" going on here. Sometimes I think that I try to sound strong to convince myself that I'm strong, too. It's working!
But, when I started smiling at people out in the world and they smiled back - that was a great salve to my spirit.
There is a LOT to be said for getting out into the world and meeting new people and doing new things to take your mind off of the crazy that is home right now. Give it a try!
I hope you go out and give and get lots of smiles today.
