We can certainly live harmoniously together and close the space that separates us through open and truthful discussions of our assumptions about each other, our real differences and commonalities.  Are our assumptions real? Are our differences significant?  What do we have in common? It would serve us well to discuss our assumptions, assess them and find common ground.  Maybe we have explained our assumptions before, but need the opportunity to reiterate and restate our truths.  Open discussions are essential and can hopefully result in renewed  understandings, reasonable solutions and peace in our relationships. We must pay attention to the state of our relationships so that any remaining desire for harmony…