I was going to post this photo with a generic caption about how lovely fall is in Portland. But somehow, with everything going on in the world at the moment, I can't bring myself to post another photo simply painting the world in a picture-perfect light.

Our world is in turmoil right now. It utterly breaks my heart to see racism, misogyny and bigotry seeming to prevail. Yet we need to remind ourselves that no matter the government ruling over us, no matter our race, gender, religion or skin colour, we are all humans, and we are in control of our own actions. WE are still able to spread kindness, acceptance, understanding and most importantly LOVE to every person we come in contact with. WE are able to stand united as one. It's not the government that is going to make the world a better place. It is each and every one of us. #spreadlove ???