Ice

 I was asked again if I had seen all the ice agents around lately.  No, I have not. I had to admit that I never see them.  I probably would see them if they were actively arresting someone and there was a scene.  But I don't see their vehicles anywhere.  Part of this is because I don't go where they are.  From my understanding they are going to places like Home Depot and construction job sites.  The other part is white privilege.  I don't (yet) have to worry about them so they aren't on my radar.  

My friend was telling me how her mom is so scared and hasn't left the house in weeks.  She is no longer doing the things that make life enjoyable.  Her whole family is scared and living in that place.  I live with my own fears and overcome them to do things.  But my fears don't have real consequences.  My friend's parents have lived here in the US for over twenty years, and I assume they are working and not out committing crimes.  They are raising their family.  For over twenty years and now afraid to go outside.

My heart breaks for my friend and her family. I hope for karma for ice agents.