Only four days and I am almost at my limit. The constant stress from their attempted indoctrination has been difficult to take without arguing or even responding in any way. I have almost run out of ways to change the topic, while at the same time trying to be careful to let them know that I am listening and love them.
Everything is poison including salmon, frying pans, electricity and especially wifi. I am permitted only a brief period of internet access between the boys’ bedtime and when my daughter has finished her emails.
According to my son-in-law the government in every country is controlling the citizens in every way possible to benefit only “them” —I assume he is referring to the deep state but of that I am not sure. Vaccinations and western medicine of any sort are yet more ways “they” are controlling the citizens, poisoning us and manipulating us. My daughter agrees with all that and more. I am very thankful my daughter and son-in-law were not on this path until after my previous trip to Germany with my father several years ago. I know that I must keep my thoughts to myself or I risk more alienation and might never be able to see them again.
I am halfway through the 7 day visit, and will pull myself together. Today was a slow day — mostly resting and watching the boys play. Now that they are in bed we will restart the careful conversations.
The photo above was taken on the way to kindergarten on Wednesday. Look at it carefully—each house is watching and waiting for a misstep. (Trying desperately to not take things too seriously!!)
Reflections 
My sister’s husband is (or was) a rabid Trump fan and steadfast believer in gun ownership, up to and including the one in the pocket of his recliner. Trump outed some spies (my BIL was one) so he’s out now, but the paranoia has just grown. Remember when politics either didn’t matter very much, or we just all agreed not to talk about it?
LikeLiked by 1 person
I didn’t pay much attention to US news until the Trump campaign began in 2015. That’s when real fear for the future of North America and the world kicked in for me. I have been told many times not to talk about politics or Covid. The difficulty is when others bring it up and I am unable to respond.
LikeLike
I’m sorry. It’s frustrating to be throttled and then preached to, no matter what the message. I just read an article that said ‘the good old days’ when politics were more polite is a myth anyway; apparently we (Americans, anyway) have always fought about that stuff. I see the French farmers are already on the move. Good luck!
LikeLiked by 1 person
The German farmers (and others) protest begins tomorrow.
LikeLike