Dear John,

How are you doing?

The rain over the weekend was so calming, but I’m grateful for the sun in Saint Paul today. With warmer weather and Minnesota’s adjustment of the stay at home order, people are sure to be out more.

Check out this helpful infographic about how to choose low risk activities, and remember to wear a mask and wash your hands if you’re out in community. 

We may be reopening but COVID-19 still poses a deadly threat to our communities.

Nearly 90,000 Americans have died from this disease. Every single one of these people has a name, a family, and a community who is mourning their loss. From 3:00 p.m. today until 3:00 p.m. tomorrow, the #NamingtheLost vigil will commemorate people who have died of COVID-19. All are welcome to join in.

We need a win right now, and renters organizing with Inquilinxs Unidxs winning their vision of community-run housing filled me with SO MUCH JOY 💛 + ⚡️.

Learn more about them and support their work if you’re able.

It’s important to remember that humans created the rules that govern our lives, and – if they’re not working for us – we can rewrite them.

A couple hours ago, we posted our new episode of Igniting Change on Instagram TV. The topic is dominant narrative, and I hope you’ll tune in! (Spoiler alert: I led this episode.)

Nurses are on the frontlines of our communities, caring for us and our loved ones. But they still don’t have the personal protective equipment they need to stay safe. Grab your mask and join the socially-distant #ProtectNurses march to the Capitol from United Hospital in St. Paul tonight starting at 6:00 p.m.

Can’t make it? Show your support by posting on social media or calling Allina CEO Penny Wheeler.

My immensely talented coworker Imogen writes recipes! Check out her muffin recipe. It’s super versatile.

Enjoy them while reading Minnesota Youth Collective’s Quaranzine, a resource of connection and love to reference as we’re physically apart.

Take care,

LyLy