Grateful for the brave
We often talk about the brave as those who bear arms on others’ behalf, who enter a burning building to save others, or who fight some private battle with tragedy. Bravery wears many faces, though – and today we have seen one of them.
I am grateful to live in a place where the brave can pit their skills against the grinding face of poverty to push it back.
I am grateful to live in a place where Members of Parliament are freely elected to represent the people.
I am grateful to live in a place where those with a dream to serve can pursue it all the way to the Houses of Parliament.
I am grateful to live in a place where those who inhabit the corridors of power also make the effort to meet their constituents.
In short I am grateful to live in place occupied until a few hours ago by Jo Cox MP.
Peace be with all who loved her tonight.
Image by Brendan Cox
