Thrust: A Novel by Lidia Yuknavitch is a book I recommend without reservations. The protagonist of Thrust is Laisve, a motherless girl from the late 21st century who is learning her power as a carrier, a person who can harness the power of meaningful objects to carry her through time. The book begins with the construction of the Statue of Liberty, and Laisve, with the gifts of a carrier, travels through water and time to rescue vulnerable figures from the margins of history.
Kindness to Strangers
Being kind and gentle has always been used to describe me. Those two attributes are in my DNA.
Since Jan died, I have become more focused on kindness and gentlemanliness.
My friend Chris who owns Ambeli’s, the best greek restaurant, introduces me to other patrons as the most refined gentlemen he knows.
I wish people a nice day or pleasant evening on my morning walks and evening strolls. I do not know the walkers I pass, but I want to share a positive message.
One of Chris’s staff calls me Dr. Love because I share a positive attitude. Yesterday I was wearing my Bridges t-shirt, and Chris said,
You are building bridges and connecting us!
In my life, especially after Jan’s death, strangers have helped me. I am kind to others to repay those who helped me.
I am a good friend and neighbor. I am not sure Dr. Love is the appropriate nickname. I only want to connect and help others. Since Jan died, I no longer have anyone to love me.
Even unloved, I will remain kind to strangers, family, and friends.
The love Jan and I shared will never die!
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