That’s exactly what they wanted to happen. That years… decades… centuries down the line People would not only *not* remember who they are, and where they came from… But uprooted like weeds, the ones they saw in disgust… disdain… yes,
You Are Us
Indigenous People’s Day
I firmly support the move away from Columbus Day and replacing it with Indigenous People’s Day. And today, I’ve been in some difficult but necessary conversations with some people regarding that. Someone from a local community group continues to troll
Just do YOU
The message I am most sick of hearing from New Age folks: “what keeps you from living the life you dream of” and “what keeps you from manifesting your perfect life/partner/job/bank account?” I’ve been involved in the metaphysical movement for
Be With This
As I see people talking about mass meditations, and the importance of focusing the mind only toward that which we desire, I am once more cringing. This kind of manifestation-mind thinking can be so harmful. While it’s good to look
Staying Resourced
These are unprecedented days, as we navigate the spread of Coronavirus in our communities and our world. Tension is high, as people consider the unfolding of illness and economic struggles, and it is easy to become overwhelmed. As I ponder
Perspectives on the Spirit of Alcohol
Every time a loved one or client celebrates an anniversary of sobriety, I truly celebrate with them. Because so many do not ever make it there, to the feeling of freedom and empowerment that comes from walking through the dark
Principles of Balanced Living
Let go of the belief that humans are better than, smarter than, or more important than any other living being. Stand in humble awe of the reality that humans are but one of many living wonders, all of whom are
Grief and the Real World
This morning, the first of the Rhododendron blossoms began to open in front of the Sanctuary. These are the most glorious flowers I know ~ deep hearty shrubbery extending to the second story of the house, and at least ten
Pondering Home
Day 1: Harpers Ferry, WV to Lebanon, TN I was born in the same town where I spent my entire young life, living in the same house from the day I came home from the hospital until I moved away
Forward Path
There is a delicate balance between giving respect to others, and allowing those with perceived power and superiority to retain their position. Men over women, white people over POC, wealthy over poor, and in every kind of disenfranchised, out-of-balance population.