In the wake of the recent attacks across the United Kingdom, and as our communities heal and rebuild from wounds unrestricted to fragile and fleeting corporeals, I wish you all a safe and blessed bonfire night.
It is at times like these we must reflect inward, while critically observing outward. What can we, as individuals, offer to the world? How can we uplift our fellow beings? Not only our peers, but those in non-magical communities as well. How do our daily actions support the rights, equality and liberation of all? From goblins, trolls, and house elves to dragons, ghosts, vampires, and werewolves, owls, rats and frogs - the list is endless and all encompassing.
On this 5th of November, we are called to remember that we cannot, and
must not, rely on others to correct the injustice knocking at our doors. It is not up to our governments, nor societal leaders, to make decisions for the people. They are here to
serve the people. But in order to do so, we must all speak out as individuals. We must all arrive and be held accountable.
So as you enjoy your whizzbangs and poppers tonight, as we burn our effigies and reflect, I encourage you all to make the choice to step up.
I am stepping up. I invite you to join me.
Blessings be.
- Stubby Boardman