how do you continue a somewhat normal life living in a world of war – especially when there are so many contradictory factors in the war?  The other night a bunch of friends were discussing it – the women in particular talking about their aches and pains as well as the need to escape with medication and netflix.  These are people very active in politics and social assistance organizations.  It made me feel a bit better that I am not alone.  That we can be suffering and still active.