Honestly, I haven’t wanted to write this post.
But here we are. And we’re fine, and the coffee is hot, and sugared and creamed… the toast has extra avocado and spice and alright… here are some thoughts:
• This is real and true and has changed my stressy-anxieties for the past few years… if I can just remember to do it when I need it most. Breathe. Exhale. Repeat. The Benefits of Controlled Breathing.
• “We can practice kindness, we can pay it forward, we can volunteer, and we can serve. We can respect one another. We can always get each other’s backs. That is what Veterans Day asks all of us to think about.” President Obama urges a disgruntled and divided country to practice kindness.
• Denounce the hate, Mr Trump (and all of us).
• Where you put your energy and where you put your money makes a difference in the world. That stays true. If you feel motivated to put your money in pro-women, pro-immigrant, pro-earth: Put your money here.
• I think it’s important to continue looking at both sides of things: The Case Against Cats. “What makes an animal a pet—a creature to which our emotions attach, sometimes in logic-warping ways—is surprisingly difficult to pin down. Cats are a particularly puzzling case.”
• Meet Tito Superdude Jackson.
• 86 burglars on how they broke into homes. Alarm on. Music on. Ferocious Tron on watch.
• I made this Lentil and Ginger Soup a very long time ago and it remains a very fine and good soup / life decision.
• Something from Food52 I want to make this week: Pasta e Fagiole. Back to basics.
• I made Deb’s Pumpkin Bread this week, added an embarrassing amount of chocolate, and I’m much better for it.
• This three-tiered oven rack is a Thanksgiving hack I can get behind.
• I’m not ready for Christmas music but I am ready for a Christmas Candle, I mean… right??
I love you, ok?
xo Joy
Elana Goldberg
I am looking for a fun thanksgiving dessert to make that the “kids will love”. That is literally my assignment from my hostess friend. I found this post of yours to be relevant even a year later. I don’t mind reading bloggers that get political. In fact, I feel as though we are human beings who ought to be sharing dialogue on important matters such as chocolate and who’s running the country! What I don’t understand is the whiplash response to cutting you off because because a Republican reader can’t abide by your comments to “be kind” to one another. You said nothing derogatory or inflammatory and certainly showed restraint at such a difficult time as that week. Since election night, the one lesson that continues to resonate is that we all need to learn more about one another, listen to differing opinions than our own and keep things civil. None of us should change who we are because of this administration but continued dialogue is needed. Thank you for your honesty, humor and love of all things food!
joythebaker
Thank YOU for your thoughtful comment Elana! I really do appreciate you.
kriegerkate
Thanks for this post, Joy. Hugs, Kate.
Edlyn
You have such a great platform and you use it and use it well. I come for the food but I always stay for the heart.
Kate
I remember making the lentil and ginger soup when you first posted it, the kitchen smelt so garlicky and I’m pretty sure there is still a tub of it in my dad’s freezer! It was such good comfort food, especially covered in cheese :)
susie
Hey Joy, I have a food-related question for you!
One of my favorite ways to eat banana bread is to toast a slice up with some butter in a hot skillet and then top it with a fried egg and a little S&P
I don’t indulge in that treat quite as often as I enjoy myself a slice or two of avocado toast, also topped with egg
I was thinking about the two at the same time and was wondering…..have you ever made an avocado bread? Since it is such a delicate flavor I’m not sure how successfully it would come through in a quick bread, and how it would even look baked up….but then again I don’t know enough about baking to even know where to begin inventing such a thing as avocado bread. I think I wouldn’t want it to be sweet though because I feel like sugar would make it hard to taste the avocado.
I think part of the joy of the usual avocado toast is all the textural contrast — warm runny yolk then cool creamy avocado then crunch exterior of toast then creamy interior of toast … and I guess avocado bread would throw some of that out the window. But new is exciting! Fresh is fun!
Okay I’m done. You’re great, thanks for the inspiration and the love. Keep doin what you do because you do you the best.
Paula
Love you too, Joy. Thanks for all the beauty. xo
nehahaa
Tito Superdude Jackson doe.
Lauren
Hi Joy,
Thank you for spreading love and light and always unapologetically sharing your thoughts. It’s refreshing to see that behind the food is a thinking, feeling, compassionate human.
If you’re ready to channel your sadness into action, there’s still a shot to flip a senate seat in Louisiana. Please vote and share!
http://thehill.com/blogs/congress-blog/campaign/305812-democrats-have-one-final-shot-to-flip-a-senate-seat
http://www.fostercampbell2016.com/
Love,
Lauren
Jane
“I made Deb’s Pumpkin Bread this week, added an embarrassing amount of chocolate, and I’m much better for it.” — I love that. You ROCK!
Alexandria Flynn
My sister and I love your blog, your perspective and the reminder that sometimes we just need to take a deep breath and focus on a recipe. Thank you, Joy!
Alice
Thank you for sharing your humanity as well a your recipes, Joy.
The ground feels less solid after last weeks election, even in my country, Norway. I have always taken democracy for granted, but now see it as the most precious of things that can be lost.
Christine
Keep doing you! I’m glad bloggers and people with a platform are speaking out. It would be foolish and false to pretend like we’re not all affected by this election when we are. I think the ones who are glossing over it or staying silent are either pretending we aren’t deeply divided or are pleased with the results and know that it’s an unpopular position with younger audiences. Make yourself known, use your voice to spread good will, remind us to stay alert and speak up when we see injustice. Fight on, sister!
Kate
Joy, are you watching Survivor this season? It’s delivering on the extreme escapism I’m apologetically craving right now. The Gex X v Millennials theme may be a stretch, but there’s certainly some big gameplay going on.
I’m torn over the news thing. I’ve always been a newspaper reader and will continue to take the local paper but am finding that following tv & Internet news is too stressful, especially given my job is very stressful right now as well. I’ve decided to take a break from broadcast news for a while and use the time for now to finish up Veronica Mars and maybe reestablish a yoga practice.
Laurie Crouch
Joy, I love your blog, I love New Orleans. It’s my dream home!
I adore your comments, your insights, sand most importantly, the way you can make me get up & go make a pie!
I won’t stop coming, but my lips are forever sealed. My politics & opinions stop at the door.
Maria McCloud
Thank you, Joy, for acknowledging the week and having the courage to do so. I know it opens the doors to all kinds of unpleasant comments. I really love the link to the list of organizations to help. It is one of the ways I know I can do my little part, either by donating funds or time or even sharing the list. Again, thank you.
Libby
Thanks for bringing us the Sunday post that we so often come to crave. Especially in times of trouble.
I wrote a blog post today that ended with ways to help and search for the silver lining (I also might have said a few things that will surely get me un-invited from Thanksgiving). Thanks for linking to the Jezebel article as I went ahead and added it at the end of my post.
Thank you for holding our hands through this whole thing and posting photos of Tracy and Chicken on IG. Now is the time to sit on the couch with our besties and hold on tight.
Adrianna from A Cozy Kitchen
I actually refreshed this on Sunday morning because I needed something to read, things that was election-centric and things that weren’t. Your Sunday reads are always my favorite. This week I’ve smiled harder at people, said thank you more sincerely, made sure I’ve made eye contact with everyone. I’m praying and fighting for us. That part feels good. xoxo
Michelle
I started wearing a Safety Pin so people will know I am a safe person to be around. When he picked Bannon to be part of his administation that said it all for me.
Julie R Shiroishi
Thank you for acknowledging the pain you and so many millions of others are feeling with grace and restraint.
Liz
Love your posts Joy. Keep staying positive and keep breathing! (I do the breathing thing too for the stressy-anxieties. And I try meditating.) Also, I made Deb’s pumpkin bread which was so delish and now I want to make it with chocolate. :)
Nicole
Thank you as always for being you, Joy. What a week. The deep grief has subsided to a dull heartache. I realized too late that the only thing I did to help was to vote, and that was not enough. More action is needed. <3
Sasha Lindberg
I missed you Joy, so happy to see this post today. Give yourself a hug from me. We are stronger than we think.
Allie
Just browsing my usual food blogs on this Monday and was disappointed when authors didn’t acknowledge the events of this past week. Thank you for doing so with such grace.
kmarieclemons
Thank you, Joy! This has been a hard week for many people for many reasons. I need to keep hearing about and from people who are being loving and kind and treating others in that manner. Pummeled may be a good word to describe how I’ve been feeling. Love you and your message. Thanks.
liz
Thank you for going out on a limb and sharing your opinion here. I know it is risky, as you likely have followers on both sides, but for those of us on your side, it is so hard to not share, to not reach out, to keep inside the sadness and fear we feel, both personally and for those who are at risk of hate crimes and possible legalized discrimination, inside. Impossible really. I go to my regular bloggers, hoping they say how they feel right now. So for all those who are angered and rude that you put this out there, know there are others, like me, who now feel more connected to you now. Thank you. And let’s hope for some peace and for things to be better than we are expecting.
Julia
Thank you so much for addressing this, Joy. Since Tuesday the election has been at the front of my brain at all times, and while I know that some bloggers have chosen not to write about it, I’ve found it really hard to read blogs that pretend nothing has changed. EVERYTHING has changed. It’s not unpatriotic or childish to feel pain and anger, and to search for constructive ways to channel it. Thanks for speaking up.
Taylor B.
I was going to post this in archives but figured here was better: your Chicken Meatball soup. It’s been a staple of mine since it was posted, and this past weekend I headed up to MA for an impromptu family visit and spent a day with my grandmother. I needed a recipe simple enough for her to help prepare, that was healthy and hearty and would warm her up a little (what is it with 85-year-olds and always being cold?) We had so much fun making these, and Nanny really loved them. Thank you, Joy, for a recipe I can share with my grandmother, it was so special that we could share that time laughing and cooking together.
joythebaker
I just did praise hands at this! Thank you for sharing with me. And big ups to Nanny!
Yael
Oh, Joy. I’m so glad you’re here. I was thinking about you too, this week. Here we are. <3
Jerri Spiers
Absolutely love getting your Let It Be Sunday emails! This week’s couldn’t have been more perfect. Thank you! xo
Single Place Setting
Love you too Joy; we need our cookie makers now x
Maureen Sheahan
Like the other writers, I was looking for Let It Be Sunday and thinking of you yesterday. The election outcome has been devastating to me and I was concerned for you too. I’ve really felt the importance of connecting to loved ones and reaching out to find good writing and words that are comforting and reassuring. Thanks for your links and spirit!
Danielle
Yes to pumpkin bread w/ emabarassing amounts of chocolate and pasta and a few choice early Christmas decorations. We all need a little extra season of peace right now. We are all in this together. Much love from Canada!
Sylvia
Thank you Joy!!!
Natalie
Thank you for this post. Big hugs and deep sympathy from here in Europe, where many of us were devastated by your election – it brought all the pain and trauma of our June referendum back to the surface. Fascism is on the rise across the world: we need to name it and fight it.
Tori//Gringalicious.com
I love your Sundays posts, Joy! Thanks for always sharing such great inspiration and making me laugh.
Rebeca
I’m not American but following this election and seeing the results was shocking and crazy. It seems to me that we’re going in a dangerous direction – these movements which use people’s fears to spread hate are becoming stronger in some European countries too and, frankly, thinking about it makes me want to cry.
I’m just hoping for the best, that now he’s been elected it won’t be as ugly as it looked during the campaign, though a lot of damage’s already been done, imho. Now more than ever it’s the time to make our voices heard, spread love and do as much as we can for those who need it the most. I want my niece to grow up knowing no jerk is entitled to disrespect her. I want her to keep seeing her black classmate the way she does now – just another kid.
Thanks, as always, for the links, Joy. You’re super.
lene
I´m in Copnehagen and people here are also blown away by the result of your election. Something must be horribly wrong somewhere since it is possible to become president by spewing so much hate and division.
nic
Over here in Europe we are utterly aghast that this man is going to be in the White House – we have seen in the past and after Brexit what hateful rhetoric and plain lies will lead people to do. At least there is still Joy in the world and as we keep telling ourselves: Only four years and then you can all vote for Michelle Obama…
?nic
AvrilK
It must be so difficult. I can’t imagine. We elected an idiot in Australia but at least if he does anything too dangerous we have the Queens representative who can basically step in. I was surprised that someone who has criminal charges made against them could run for such a powerful job. Much love & support coming your way from so many of us. Yes. Cake is indeed vital.
Ellie Aldous
Hi Joy! I’m a college student writing a research paper on cooking and domesticity and I am thrilled to write about you and your feminist, independent voice. So many food blogs are entrenched in motherhood and being a housewife and don’t target a very diverse group of readers, so I really appreciate your political thoughts and relatable, fun posts! (Not to diss mothers, I’m all about that too!)
I knew I could count on you to address the election, which is incredibly important, and I look forward to reading your blog regularly!
HRC forever!
Best,
Ellie
joythebaker
Ellie, I appreciate you! You totally just made my day better.
Angela
You are lovely. I thought of you, too after the election. I wish I could bring you coffee with Irish Cream or similar. :)
It’s been such a difficult week. Seeing your Sunday Post helped me feel a bit more grounded because it’s part of my Sunday. I read your words, I look at your links, I dream of those freaking amazing doughnuts.
Thank you for spreading kindness and love.
Sasha
Joy, you are a light . I look forward to Let it be Sunday every week. Thank you for this. #lovetrumpshate
bhvhankes
Thanks for the link to the Jezebel article on orgs to support. Donations will definitely be part of my Christmas giving!
Andrea
Joy,
You are a joy to read in a world of chaos and madness! Keep your good vibes coming! We all need them.
Lori
The lentils are going on this week’s menu!
Jeanie
That pumpkin bread… Whoa. I’ve made it twice already and have created so many chits for myself :) Also can I suggest topping it with a thick layer of pumpkin seeds and sugar? Sublime.
caitlin
I love you, too, Joy! (and I’m also depressed and terrified and still in shock). THANK YOU for sharing the link regarding where and how to donate to pro-women, pro-immigrant, pro-earth organizations. <3
Mara
It’s been a miserable week. I have felt horrible – I ate and drank too much. I didn’t know what else to do. It’s not that a republican won – it’s that he is racist, misogynistic and preys on peoples fears. I was really struggling. I have decided to make some changes and help where I can – I have to do something to counter the crazy in this country – I signed up to volunteer at a food bank on Tuesday and I’m not going to stop there. I will find more places in my area that need volunteers. It may seem small but I’m not sure what else to do. I encourage others to help where they can.
Teresa
Joy. I look forward to reading your Sunday post. It’s part of my Sunday routine. Thank you and much love for getting on with it and always being a beautiful sound piece for my feelings. I wish you a peaceful and wonderful week!!
Sophie
Joy,
I’ve been so looking forward to this post and thinking of you since I saw the election results from here in Australia. I watched with disbelief at the outcome and was saddened by it (also quite confused by the whole electoral college thing, I didn’t realise that you could technically win the majority of votes however not win the election – our democratic system works differently here). I have however been encouraged by some of the thoughtful discourse post election and of banding together, deciding to join in unity and spread love which is really the most important thing. At this stage now that the vote is decided I honestly hope that Trump does a fantastic job and has great advisors because now hoping otherwise is counter-productive. Thinking of you all in this time.
Cy
I’m chilling out in my sofa with my kitty Minnie and after reading the cat article. I’m thinking to myself the author didn’t mention what happened after the Salem which trials. When they killed all the cats( thinking they were the”witches familiars”)and started the plague carried by rats who were running rampant through the city. There were no cats anymore to kill the rats. Just saying. What does Tron think?
Laurie Crouch
I am a Republican, I am not ashamed of supporting Trump.
I am not against immigration. However, I AM against illegal immigrants.
Millions come into our country legally. They go thru the process.
We can’t keep supporting illegals, it is not feasible.
As my husband & I are disabled, we barely scrape by every month, but we don’t qualify for any help, I get thoroughly disgusted by people who aren’t supposed to be here sucking up free health care & free food.
I am not a racist, if you saw all the colors in my family you would understand that. Black, Native American, Phillipino, Syrian, Mexican, and a few Germans.
Love them all, as this is immediate family.
But when you come into our country, there are laws, please obey them.
It’s a simple idea.
a
Illegal immigrants don’t get here and get free healthcare and free food. Misinformation like this is so dangerous, please stop trying to push your propaganda onto others. Thanks
DNATTRASS (@DDTWITD)
You know I like my food blogs to get away from the politics…You had to spoil this. Have to go.
Susan
That’s very unfortunate. If you’ve spent much time here, you know she does a post like this every Sunday. The post may not always be political, but it is always current, relative, informative and heartfelt. In short, it’s part of what makes Joy… Joy. We love you Joy! xoxo
joythebaker
People be trippin. I’m used to it by now.
Margarita
Illegal immigrants do not get any benefits at all. They are willing to work under the table for minimal pay and they are aware of the risk of being deported every day. Living in fear and constant stress is not a great way to live. They also cannot travel outside the country, which means some of them have not seen their families since they came here. I’m a LEGAL immigrant but I still live in fear that USCIS will find something wrong with my papers and deport me.
Rebecca
Hi Laurie,
I appreciate your sharing your perspective. I think listening to each other is important.
I’m hopeful that others like yourself also appreciate the value of diversity. I’m a teacher, and this week I have been heartbroken for many of my students who are here legally, but feel frightened for their future in this country because of the way Trump has used divisive rhetoric during the campaign, and because of some of his policies. I have Muslim students who are concerned about being able to have their families visit them here. I have Hispanic students who are so disappointed that he would call Mexicans rapists. I have black students who are so scared about someone telling them that their lives are terrible and promising a “return to law and order” because only he–a white man–can help them. It has been a terrible week for many of them as they face taunts and jeers, even at the school.
With this in mind, I hope we can all commit to–as the article Joy linked to says–“denouncing the hate.” This is the most important thing right now, I think. Regardless of where we stand on Republican/Democrat, or specific policies, maybe we can all commit to not allowing hateful rhetoric to continue. Maybe we can all–whether we support him or not–commit to being vocally opposed to any more hateful rhetoric that targets certain genders, religions, or races. It sounds like you and I can agree on that.
I always try to keep in mind that nothing is about ME. It should be about what’s best for ALL, even if that might limit me a bit. This has helped me to keep perspective on what’s important.
lisa
Just because you are surrounded by people of color does not make you “not a racist.” I know many hardworking immigrants who came here legally at first to try and make a better life for themselves and their families. And then 9/11 happened and they were too scared to leave for fear of not being able to return to a country that offered them so much hope. So they overstayed their visas because the alternative was much scarier. Until now. Remember hate comes in every color. Oklahoma City, Columbine, Aurora Colorado and Charleston SC just to name a few. It’s not the “bad hombres” we should be worrying about – it’s the people in power who run on a platform of hatred, fear, bigotry and misogyny and those who support them who we should be fearful of,
Kris
Illegal immigration has been flat since 2009. http://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2016/09/21/unauthorized-immigrant-population-stable-for-half-a-decade/ Obama deported more illegal immigrants than any other president. http://abcnews.go.com/Politics/obamas-deportation-policy-numbers/story?id=41715661 ‘Undocumented’ immigrants pay millions in taxes. http://www.usnews.com/news/articles/2016-03-01/study-undocumented-immigrants-pay-billions-in-taxes Trump manipulated your fears, and mocked disabled people like you. It was a simple idea.
Sarah
I agree with you. Too bad she had to get political. I’m new to this blog but now I’m going to unsubscribe.
joythebaker
You know I’m the first person to read these comments, right Sarah? “She”… Carry on, and happy holidays and happy baking!
Paula
You spread so much love and kindness just by coming here and sharing all the time. Thanks for always asking us to think, and always having our backs in the comfort food department.
Laurie Crouch
Rebecca, I may not have said it as plainly as I was trying to.
It’s time to come together. I feel that legal is legal. If I commited a felony crime, I would be in prison.
We are a nation of immigrants, the only ones who aren’t are Native Americans. I am NOT anti-immigration, I simply ask that you do it legal. We are a nations built on laws.
If you break the law, there are consequences. I just think as long as I am required to follow the law, then it applies to everyone in this country.
Plz don’t take it wrong, but if I am made to do something, then so is everyone else, whatever color your skin, whatever religion, wherever you come from.
oldwomanrunningblog
Laurie Crouch –
You may not be aware of this but being in the USA illegally is not a felony. Period. This is not punishable by prison but you have compared it to a felony punishable by a prison sentence.
Federal immigration law says that unlawful presence in the country is a civil offense and is, therefore, not a crime. The punishment is deportation. However, some states—like Arizona—have criminalized an immigrant’s mere presence.
One of the problems in this election was the statements like this that flame hatred and it is best to be educated about the facts.
Sues
Belle
Laurie-please take your political agenda to a forum, say a political one, that wants to hear them.
joythebaker
Co-sign.
molly mutt
#nailedit
Lindsey
I’m so disheartened by this election and so terribly worried. Thank you for showing up today and for acknowledging the events of the week.
Ashley V
You had mentioned you’re reading Just Mercy. I just finished it last night. So hard to read, yet so important. And I just happened to be reading it during this super emotional week, so my mind and heart are about to explode.
joythebaker
Me too me too me too.
Laurie Crouch
Sues, I live in Texas. It is punishable with jail time here. I realize it’s not in every state. It is here.
And I’m sorry that my opinion is so upsetting, but I will stand by my beliefs. The word is illegal. Not much else needs to be said.
As I have numerous family members who are now USA citizens, who came here in the last 15-20 years legally, I will always have serious distrust for illegal immigrants. That’s just personal for me.
I don’t expect everyone else to believe that way, or others to agree with it.
That’s what makes America great, too each his own!!
That’s your right, my right, and on & on.
Just the Facts
One can “believe” what one wants to believe but that doesn’t make it a “fact”. We need to be clear here. One can believe in “unicorns” but that doesn’t mean they exist. Here is the actual law. Improper entry is a crime under federal law. Unlawful presence is not a crime. It is a civil violation, just like any other civil violation (including traffic tickets which are also based on unlawful behavior-like speeding).
Improper Entry Is a Crime
To be clear, the most common crime associated with illegal immigration is likely improper entry. Under federal criminal law, it is misdemeanor for an alien (i.e., a non-citizen) to:
Enter or attempt to enter the United States at any time or place other than designated by immigration officers;
Elude examination or inspection by immigration officers; or
Attempt to enter or obtain entry to the United States by willfully concealing, falsifying, or misrepresenting material facts.
The punishment under this federal law is no more than six months of incarceration and up to $250 in civil penalties for each illegal entry.
Like all other criminal charges in the United States, improper entry must be proven beyond a reasonable doubt in order to convict.
Unlawful Presence Is Not a Crime
Some may assume that all immigrants who are in the United States without legal status must have committed improper entry. This simply isn’t the case. Many foreign nationals legally enter the country on a valid work or travel visa, but fail to exit before their visa expires for a variety of reasons.
But mere unlawful presence in the country is not a crime. It is a violation of federal immigration law to remain in the country without legal authorization, but this violation is punishable by civil penalties, not criminal. Chief among these civil penalties is deportation or removal, where an unlawful resident may be detained and removed from the country. Unlawful presence can also have negative consequences for a resident who may seek to gain re-entry into the United States, or permanent residency.
Both improper entry and unlawful presence should be avoided by any immigrant to the United States, but an illegal alien cannot be criminally charged or incarcerated simply for being undocumented.
– See more at: http://blogs.findlaw.com/blotter/2014/07/is-illegal-immigration-a-crime-improper-entry-v-unlawful-presence.html#sthash.kJEMkhyE.dpuf
Cindy
Laurie Crouch
I hear what you’re saying. However, when you don’t base your argument on facts, it!s easy to become angry and frustrated about a situation.
According to the Southern Poverty Law Center:
“With so much controversy around the issue of undocumented immigrants, it’s easy to overlook the fact that most of the foreign-born people living in the United States have followed the rules and have permission to be here. Of the more than 41 million foreign-born people living in the United States in 2013, about 30 million were naturalized citizens, permanent residents and legal residents. Eleven million were unauthorized immigrants. Of those who did not have authorization to be here, about 40 percent entered the country legally and then let their visas expire.”
“Undocumented immigrants pay taxes every time they buy gas, clothes or new appliances. They also contribute to property taxes—a main source of school funding—when they buy or rent a house, or rent an apartment. The U.S. Social Security Administration estimated that in 2013 undocumented immigrants—and their employers—paid $13 billion in payroll taxes alone for benefits they will never get. They can receive schooling and emergency medical care, but not welfare or food stamps.”
The best thing we can do for each other and for our country is to understand the issues, obtain facts about the issues and then to make decisions only after we take these steps.
Adrianna from A Cozy Kitchen
Laurie,
I’m so sorry you’ve had terrible experiences with illegal immigrants to the point where you’ll “always have a serious distrust” for them.
I pray for you because many of them are making incredible sacrifices to be here to provide for their families. Most of them work HARD for very little pay, which benefits large companies, small companies and many Americans who are looking for nannies, gardeners, etc. Many of them raise children in this country and those kids end up like me. I’m a pretty normal American, I pay taxes, I, too, work hard. I do not milk the system or take jobs from other Americans. I’m proud to be a part of this country.
For the record, my parents came here legally but it was much easier to come here back then. It’s incredibly hard now.
Let’s push for immigration reform so we can all benefit off of their cheap labor, which keeps a lot of costs down that we often times forget, and gives them an opportunity to feed their families.
Sending you love and understanding,
Adrianna
Meghan
I’ve been thinking of your from Canada, Joy. I’m heartbroken and motivated to create safe spaces, protect the marginalized and affect change along with you. If you have the time or energy for a podcast that thelped me make so sense of things, although recorded in August, might I recommend Revisionist History, The Lady Vanishes. It’s not too heavy, promise. I was glad to see that you saw Tracy this week. Sure soothes the soul, spending time with a kindred spirit. ??
Whitney
It is not true that Texas incarcerates people for not having legal documentation.
suwanneerose
I so look forward to your Sunday post, but I didn’t expect it today. Thank you so much, Joy. xoxo
Rachel
Because of this terrible week, I woke up today looking forward to this post. I didn’t realize how much these meant to me until I kept refreshing Feedly waiting for it to pop up. Thank you so much for the work you put into it, even on those days which are more difficult.
I am resolving to rethink and be more intentional about the media I consume from now on. Your site is definitely on the “to stay” list.
M
Deb is the bomb dot com, but I want to add a shout-out to your stupendous vegan pumpkin bread, which is my go-to recipe, even as a non vegan, and has kept me going through the shenanigans of this fall. (Also, I make it less vegan with a whole lotta chocolate chips.)
Keep loving, keep fighting, keep baking. The revolution will be well nourished.
writely2015
Glad I am lucky enough to live in Canada. Feel for you guys. Can’t tell you how shocked we all are. Blew us away!
Karen
Thanks for bringing us back to reality.
The Obamas will be sorely missed and I am hopeful that the resilience of the American people will get us through the next four years.
I will be eating and baking cakes for sure!
I think I will bake the pumpkin bread tomorrow. I made pecan toffee chocolate chip star cookies this morning and they are delish!
dailycrossword
I wouldn’t say ALL. As a Canadian living in the US you would not believe the amount of Canadians I have encountered who actively supported Trump. Careful Canada, it isn’t all tolerance and hockey and Tragically Hip – there is work to do there too.
DisplacedHousewife
Can I offer one more way to make a difference? Subscribe to your favorite newspaper. We have to support a free press. I hate seeing the people that deliver us our news getting bullied on social media. Sending lots of good vibes + peace. xo
joythebaker
I like this a lot!
Kerry Annejanette
Thank you Joy for your Blog. I so look forward to reading your Sunday edition. Know it was hard for you to turn the last one out. I wanted you to know how grateful I am you found the strength to still write it. I Love the links! I think you rock!
I don’t bake and bought your book anyway! (I will give it to one of my 3 daughters:)
joythebaker
I appreciate you very much! I hope your daughters make you a cake with love.
suwanneerose
YES! I subscribed to the NY Times today, and thanks to Joy’s link, I’m adding The Atlantic.
cj coppola
I second this motion.
Jenny
I was waiting for your post, you bring so much happiness to the world, thanks for keeping us going :)
Sarah
Love you, too, Joy!!
Diane Leach
At the risk of being overly personal–I thought of you Tuesday, and your family, especially your parents, and my heart hurt.
joythebaker
That means a lot to me. We’re all in this together, aren’t we?
donzwebb
Great links, Joy! I’ve been watching all the madness from over here in Toronto. I’ve got family living in the US so I was a bit worried when I heard the results on Wednesday morning. But we all need to just work together, be kind to one another, and give hugs. Hugs are so important right now… and cake. Lots and lots of cake!
Thanks for sharing the Obama link. I shall miss the Obamas!
On Wednesday night, I picked up Michelle Obama: A Life by Peter Slevin. I needed to read something uplifting. Slevin has a decades worth of experience as a Washington Post national staffer and he’s written extensively about Barack and Michelle Obama as well as political campaigns. He follows her from journey humble beginnings in the largely segregated South Side of Chicago to the White House.
I highly recommend added it to your reading list. It is such an important and hopeful book.
I shared my thoughts on it here if you’re interested:
https://donzwebb.wordpress.com/2016/11/12/michelle-obama-a-life/
Enjoy the rest of your Sunday!