California faced significant challenges last week with the arrest of protesters and a political incident involving Sen. Alex Padilla. Despite these tensions, the community rallied for joy with various events, including street markets and performances, showcasing the resilience of life in the Bay Area. The article reflects on the contrasting emotions of living through extraordinary times, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging both challenges and the beauty of life. It introduces 'Fogcutter', a column celebrating local culture amidst the chaos, encouraging readers to find joy in their environment.
Part of the difficulty of living during strange times is making sense of this constant oscillation: between fear and boredom, stress and joy.
It is surprisingly challenging to hold the urgent and the mundane in mind at once.
But we want to invite you to remember that life here is beautiful. After all, that's what makes it worth fighting for.
Our journalists take a break from covering the hard news to roam the Bay Area, reporting on concerts, block parties and hikes.
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