Outside, patriotic parades and fireworks go on as if nothing’s changed, as if we still live in a democracy and not a fascist dictatorship. Hard to fathom the denial and brainwashed lockstep.
Inside, it was quiet. We mostly ignored the 4th and worked or prepared for Shabbat. It was so hot out, I made an entire cold salad meal, featuring veggies from the garden and the first ripe tomatoes! Just A, K, E, and I were there.
Tomorrow we’ll celebrate Avdi.