St. Patrick's Day Musings

It is St. Patrick's Day and all is quiet in the southeast of Salem.

Hi, I'm Sable Angel and I decided to drop in and muse a bit. Things in this Angel's existance have been, well, unearthly and stressful. But when I consider the day and the significance of the man who took it upon himself to save an entire island, my struggles are minuscule and small in comparison.

Many will celebrate the day with green beer and corn beef and cabbage. I had some myself. But it is a time for considering how we can help each other. As a recent returnee from the California desert, this angel and her mate have fallen a bit on hard times. Unlike when we moved to the desert to be with family, we've noticed that the good people of the Northwest have opened their hearts to others in distress.

I don't remember so many kind smiles and courteous drivers; so many "let me help you with that's" and neighbors opening doors and their hearts. It is a welcome to everyone, not just Angels. People seem to sense that when one of us is in need, we all are in need.

We've had friends of friends checking everywhere they know for leads to jobs and all seem to be ready and willing to try to cheer us up when they know that is all they can give.

The latest figures from the Department of Employment show Oregon has 10.8% unemployment. Let's all remember we don't need to be a saint to act like one.
Take if from someone who knows - a smile at a stranger does change their day for the better... and they're free.

Thank you for making the transition easier. We know jobs are just around the corner and we'll be able to provide the encouragement and smiles for someone else.

Have a great St. Patrick's Day! Remember the Fae Folk when you walk in the woods. Step carefully.

Sable Angel