There is a real sadness in the retreating shadow of Russian Olympic sport and especially in the loss of our connection to individual athletes, even if it has been a somewhat distant, virtual connection. Russia was in the process of becoming a relatively more open society, less fearful and more spontaneous than in our lifetime before. Now we hear individuals toeing the ‘Party’ line. We know from years of familiarity that these people are natural, warm and hospitable, yet the evil shadow of war robs us of that human closeness.
I’m praying for Ukrainians, Russians and all of us everywhere who are living in fear right now. May we find peace and value love above all else.
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