Memphis is still my home, and I love it

[kristndem]

We are grieving now, and we have many problems but still there is a lot to love about this very big small town. We gathered together this morning ( a lovely mosaic of races, socioeconomic class and color) to honor Liza, and for healing in our beloved city. It was beautiful and moving, and truly representative of this town's spirit.
There were candlelight vigils all over town last night for the victims of the rampage across our city. There is definitely more that brings us together than pulls us apart.

I recently moved back from Portland OR, and heard many of the same things said about that city by folks who didn't live there. I am tired and weary of the turmoil this country is feeling now. I am grieving.

This article sums it up quite well.

https://www.wonkette.com/-2658164593?xrs=RebelMouse_fb&ts=1662674497&fbclid=IwAR2d_kAUapjSoO0450_dYncsKixXHaoCvA1_-lY0dWVWCtoUVR7ylPAKmrs

[honest.abe]

1. I used to live in Greenville MS and would go up to Memphis often. Loved the music and restaurants!

BBQ is some of the best in the country. Is Rendezvous still there?

The recent problems in Memphis can and do happen anywhere in the this country.

Im in Wash DC area and we have a ton of problems here but life goes on and we must focus on the good things of which there are many.

[Docreed2003]

2. Yep Rendezvous is very much still there

Memphis is a great town and has so much to offer. To see something like this shooting rampage take place there is just heartbreaking.

[honest.abe]

6. That's great to hear! Its been decades since I was there.

[kristndem]

4. Rendezvous is still here

And still one of my favorite places to pork out! Yes these problems are not unique to Memphis - I just keep hearing/reading all the negative comments and wanted to defend it. (I've heard them all my life)
And yes there are many good things to focus on, Thanks!

[honest.abe]

5. That's great Rendezvous is still there!

I have not been there in decades but I will certainly try to go next time Im in the area.

[Cracklin Charlie]

3. I grew up near Memphis.

It is a lovely city. Tree lined boulevards, and so rich with history, great food and music. Memphians know how to work together to overcome their obstacles. Blessings to ya’ll.

[crickets]

7. Thank you for sharing an amazing article.

Hugs to you and everyone in Memphis, kristndem.

[WarGamer]

8. I attended a business meeting at the UT Health and Science Center...

Found Memphis to be a cute renovated downtown area surrounded by scary areas...

local friends cautioned against leaving the 1-2 block area around the hotel at night.