My thoughts and prayers are with all of you in the UK -- or who have family there. I was back East during 9/11 and I'll never forget the sick, dark, fearful feeling that entered my life then -- and to some extent, hasn't really left entirely.

We're defending the world against terrorism? Gimme a break. Terrorists -- foreign and homegrown. hint. -- will find any reason to create bloodshed. It's literally what they live for.

What we can do: be there for those who need help, live honestly and compassionately, and keep enjoying the ride, rocky as it gets.

If only the world was run by women...