This should not be construed as a religious post, because I don't want to be divisive or violate the terms of service. So take it at surface value.
When someone with a ton of sway and influence in the world, dedicates their life's work towards improving the lives of the poor and oppressed, who tirelessly advocates for environmental stewardship, and preaches a message of tolerance, inclusion, and infinite divine love, it leaves an ache, a deep sadness, even despair, when they pass away.
And when someone else comes along to step into that role, pledging to carry on that work, to continue to push for love, tolerance, environmental stewardship, and championing the causes of the poor and oppressed, it gives us hope that maybe the world, broken though it is, can still be improved. Maybe we can turn it around. Too much divisiveness, hate and oppression in the world today, and it is hopeful that someone with great influence can reach people, give them hope and love, and help heal the world.
That's all for today. Tomorrow I'll talk about something more fun, maybe about music or something.