Yes and Yes
The good news was that some of the long-buried seeds of long-forgotten native plants were bursting forth with new life. Some seeds only open up for new growth after a fire.
Entries by Gika Rector
Puzzle Pieces
There’s a period of time for muddling through and wondering if you’ll ever get it. And then, at some magical point, it all makes sense. When it makes sense, it suddenly seems simple and obvious. How could I not see that before?
Helping Out
Sitting on the front porch this morning, there was a tiny bit of fall in the air. But my thoughts kept going back to western North Carolina.
Imperfect Beauty
We’re like that too. Flawed and beautiful. Worthy of taking up space on the planet. Worthy of taking a closer look, to find the brilliance. Worthy of taking some time for ourselves.
Handwork
For millions of years, we humans have been making things with our hands. We transform materials to make objects that are functional and often beautiful. There’s something magical about the process. But it’s not just magical; it’s also essential to our well being. The things we make with our hands clothe us, feed us and shelter us.
Slow Slow Quick Quick
The desired changes rarely happen overnight, and somewhere along the way, it feels like a slog.
Morning Thali
Moshe Feldenkrais and Thomas Leonard each spoke about creating conditions that support leaning and growth. Feldenkrais used attention to movement, and Leonard used “conversations with a bit of wisdom thrown in.”
Friends You Can Count On
One of those friends, had some really great sayings. They pop into my head, often at just the right time. Maybe they’re good for you, too.
When Work Doesn’t Feel Like Work
The pleasure of spending time with bright curious people who are investing time and energy in making useful changes is remarkable. How can that feel like work?
This or That?
It makes a difference how we respond to one another. No matter how it looks on the outside, each of us has difficulties and struggles—and gifts to share. Kindness makes a difference.
