Recently, I had an opportunity to learn about the fragility of our country’s current health care system and its social safety net. At the same time, I renewed my appreciation for my community and my Friends meeting.
I had spent a wonderful week caring for my friend Tia’s dog Freckles and for her house in Bremerton, which is near my own home in Bellingham. I was delighted to meet some of Tia’s friends and neighbors during the...