Human sunrises

A quote from Alice Walker shared in Shannan Martin's book, Start with Hello

Who are the Human Sunrises in my life?

The cofounder I work with, a partner in fighting hate & harm in Ohio education; her capacity to work for others with such a clear vision of why our work is important inspires me every day - she never forgets to center kids and the kind of school experience each child deserves.

The incredible pastor at my beloved church, who reminds me every Sunday that love is the answer.

A neighbor/friend who I often end my day with, walking our dogs in the evening; she moves through the world inviting connection, and is good the way I aspire to be good, in never speaking ill of others, in always finding hope.

Naomi Shihab Nye and her poetry, which always makes me feel emotions deep in my bones, in my heart, and to the tips of my fingers.

My mother and my father, who love me limitlessly and best of all, share and show that love all the time, with such clarity that I never ever have to wonder if I'm loved, just as I am.

Read more about Alice Walker's concept of human sunrises here.