Frequent readers know I'm usually direct and vulnerable in this space, with a balance of not revealing all my innermost thoughts and feelings, especially those that are partisan. It's a tricky place to be in, leading a social impact organization that relies on both private and public funding. We weigh the consequences of our actions, how much risk are we willing to take knowing that dollars may stop flowing to programs and services if we/I say the 'wrong' thing.
With all honesty, it's been a struggle for me to start writing today. I had "blog" entry written on my calendar over the last two days, thinking I would start early to avoid losing sleep the night of the deadline. Each time I started looking at a blank page, I thought to myself, " I can't." I can't do it. I cannot write. I cannot pretend to be positive. I cannot rally with witty remarks or an inspiring cheer.
And another part of me speaks up to say there is no "can't" - maybe it's difficult. And maybe it's not going to be a cheery, rosy blog. It's not a time to be silent though. Too much is at stake...read more here...
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