Listen, like us, you’re probably already sick of 24/7, wall-to-wall Donald Trump coverage. And today is no exception.

It's the first of many difficult days ahead, so instead of rehashing the infinite reasons why Donald Trump is unfit to run a lemonade stand, let alone the entire federal government, here are five things you can do right now to make this dark day a little bit brighter.

• Do a pantry clean-out and bring extra canned foods or non-perishables to a food pantry in your area. (Tip: Ask neighbors and friends to do the same & do one big drop-off for everyone!)
• Check in with that friend or family member you’ve been meaning to call.
• Find local volunteer opportunities where your skills can make an impact.
• Throw on a pair of gloves and take a “litter walk” around your neighborhood.
• Make a $2 monthly donation to Blue Senate’s Candidate Fund. $2 might not sound like much, but we’re in the middle of a fundraising slump, and recurring contributions of any amount give us a little extra wiggle room when we need it most.

Thank you for doing your part to promote compassion, kindness, and community. We’ll get through these next four years together.