My new home has garden beds and I started cleaning them out with my friend on Sunday. Tonight I did a little more of the cleaning. I can already see some annuals coming up. Will be a fun project for me since I live so close to my job I have more time to do things like this.
My husband and I
have been planting indoors
and preparing the beds outside,
but today
I honored last year’s crops
and made a rich stew
of onions, carrots, eggplant and beets,
and tomatoe paste,
which we will dine on tonight
with a thick crusty bread . . .
thank you,
my garden . . .
you are serving us well
with love . . . . ♥
Apart from what i wrote before, just sharing being thankful and joyful today for the gifts Mother Earth is offering so abundantly and freely, absolutely amazing and awe-inspiring. 🙏✨❤️🙇♀️
I could stop using the styrofoam cups that are provided for ice water and coffee at my Mom’s assisted living facility.
I could bring my own cup. Just little extra trouble, but well worth it.
Today and every day, I do my best to walk lightly on this earth and use as little resources as I can.
I am fortunate to live in a place that allows me to consume consciously. I am keenly aware of where my food is produced, and where my electricity is generated, where my waste is disposed of, where my water comes from, and regrettably, where my auto fuel is produced and at what cost.
Having just returned from a trip to the Desert Southwest, and having driven a couple thousand miles through this landscape. I saw the beauty and the ingenuity of what we can do to sustain it, and I also saw the damage that we are doing to this fragile and only home. Driving through the Navajo Reservation, I witnessed the poverty and injustice that some of us are forced to experience. I told my wife to slap me if I ever complain about the size our little house again. 🫤
I’m glad to be back with you all again.
Not quite, Joseph. I was on HWY163.
Spent the night in Mexican Hat on the beautiful San Juan River on our way to the Grand Canyon. Spent the day riding our bikes along the south rim and taking in the views. I have avoided going there, thinking it would be too touristy. It was perfect. People were surprisingly respectful and quiet. The recent bit of snow made it even more beautiful.
People from all over the world, speaking many languages, gave me hope for our species. 😁
One action I can take to be a steward of the Earth today is to be mindful of the gifts I received from all beings of the earth and to value each being by not taking them for granted and not waste or destroy their gifts to me and others, but to remember that I owe my actions for all the generations that will come after me by being a good steward of all the earth’s gifts. In the process, may I share my gratitude for the earth to those I come in contact through my actions today. Thanks for sharing.. Have a wonderful moments today.
I think Thay (zen monk) once said something like –
Walk like you’re kissing the ground with your feet. That is always something that makes me happy when I’m taking a walk to remember that I’m kissing the Earth and the Earth is kissing me.
I’ll keep doing the things I do everyday- turn off lights when I leave the room, recycle and reuse, pick up trash, be respectful of the wildlife that live in my neighborhood and surrounding public spaces, use water sparingly and wisely, and conserve energy by using ceiling fans and light filtering blinds rather than AC. I give thanks each day and strive to honor her with love and care.
I was deeply moved by Robin Wall Kimmerer’s quote “Knowing that you love the earth changes you, activates you to defend and protect and celebrate. But when you feel that the earth loves you in return, that feeling transforms the relationship from a one-way street into a sacred bond.”
Our relationship with the earth is such an important relationship. Sometimes I think the earth loves us but we do not love the earth. I started tending my backyard flower bed yesterday, removing the heavy leaf mulch so my perennials can access the spring rains. Today’s question reminds me that I do not do enough to protect and defend and celebrate the earth. I’m old enough to remember when plastic was discovered and how everyone marveled that it was indestructible. Now you can’t buy anything that isn’t riddled with plastic. I read recently that it takes 100 years for a plastic bag to disintegrate. Everything you buy at the grocery store is bottled or bagged in plastic. I’m told that even when you take the plastic to the recycle center, the process used to recycle it is bad for the environment. I think about the fights over water several states are having with each other because we insist on building subdivisions in places where there isn’t sufficient water sources to support them. Needless to say, our sacred bond with Mother Earth is at the breaking point because we are so tribal that we spend all of our energy creating ways to kill each other instead of help each other.
Microplastics have been found in the snowpack along the continental divide. It does not disintegrate, just breaks down into smaller and smaller bits, but remains plastic.
“Needless to say, our sacred bond with Mother Earth is at the breaking point because we are so tribal that we spend all of our energy creating ways to kill each other instead of help each other.”
I sincerely hope we can change this dynamic,
dear Carol. ♥
Just keep doing the things I’ve done for years… be conscious of the things I use, recycle, pick up trash. Like Michele, it’s more than one thing, but it’s been part of my life since high school and my Greenpeace years. I’m no activist these days, but I still care. Mother Earth gives us so much, and we should always do our part to take care of her, too.
Also, I passed everything for my yoga teacher training! I got an email just before going to work at the studio yesterday evening, and got not just the passing grade, but some really wonderful feedback on the class I put together for my final 🙂
I started a work trade with them back in February, and it has been such a blessing! Not only am I taking lots of classes, I am meeting so many wonderful people. I truly love it!
Sending that “final exam” video in was really tough… I recorded it 5 times, picking apart every little thing about the videos, mostly myself. I had to make peace with some things and trust that the practice itself was worthy. I’m so grateful they agreed!
Continue to recycle, be mindful of electricity/water, limit use of plastic (use my cloth/canvas grocery bags)
oops, more than ‘one’ action.
Happy Earth Day Everyone 🌎🌍🌏
Give yourself the gift of free bi-monthly inspiration including uplifting articles, diverse stories, supportive practices, videos, and more, delivered with heart to your inbox.
My new home has garden beds and I started cleaning them out with my friend on Sunday. Tonight I did a little more of the cleaning. I can already see some annuals coming up. Will be a fun project for me since I live so close to my job I have more time to do things like this.
Recycling, turning down heat, shutting off lights
My husband and I
have been planting indoors
and preparing the beds outside,
but today
I honored last year’s crops
and made a rich stew
of onions, carrots, eggplant and beets,
and tomatoe paste,
which we will dine on tonight
with a thick crusty bread . . .
thank you,
my garden . . .
you are serving us well
with love . . . . ♥
Apart from what i wrote before, just sharing being thankful and joyful today for the gifts Mother Earth is offering so abundantly and freely, absolutely amazing and awe-inspiring. 🙏✨❤️🙇♀️
I could stop using the styrofoam cups that are provided for ice water and coffee at my Mom’s assisted living facility.
I could bring my own cup. Just little extra trouble, but well worth it.
A good idea dear Mary.
Today and every day, I do my best to walk lightly on this earth and use as little resources as I can.
I am fortunate to live in a place that allows me to consume consciously. I am keenly aware of where my food is produced, and where my electricity is generated, where my waste is disposed of, where my water comes from, and regrettably, where my auto fuel is produced and at what cost.
Having just returned from a trip to the Desert Southwest, and having driven a couple thousand miles through this landscape. I saw the beauty and the ingenuity of what we can do to sustain it, and I also saw the damage that we are doing to this fragile and only home. Driving through the Navajo Reservation, I witnessed the poverty and injustice that some of us are forced to experience. I told my wife to slap me if I ever complain about the size our little house again. 🫤
I’m glad to be back with you all again.
Welcome back Charlie.
Hello Charlie. Glad to read your reflections once again. Dd you by chance travel through Dennehotso?
Not quite, Joseph. I was on HWY163.
Spent the night in Mexican Hat on the beautiful San Juan River on our way to the Grand Canyon. Spent the day riding our bikes along the south rim and taking in the views. I have avoided going there, thinking it would be too touristy. It was perfect. People were surprisingly respectful and quiet. The recent bit of snow made it even more beautiful.
People from all over the world, speaking many languages, gave me hope for our species. 😁
Welcome back,
dear Charlie . . . ♥
One action I can take to be a steward of the Earth today is to be mindful of the gifts I received from all beings of the earth and to value each being by not taking them for granted and not waste or destroy their gifts to me and others, but to remember that I owe my actions for all the generations that will come after me by being a good steward of all the earth’s gifts. In the process, may I share my gratitude for the earth to those I come in contact through my actions today. Thanks for sharing.. Have a wonderful moments today.
I think Thay (zen monk) once said something like –
Walk like you’re kissing the ground with your feet. That is always something that makes me happy when I’m taking a walk to remember that I’m kissing the Earth and the Earth is kissing me.
Yes,
dear Antoinette . . .
I think it was Thay
(Thich Nhat Hanh)
who said that.
It has always stayed with me too. ♥
I’ll keep doing the things I do everyday- turn off lights when I leave the room, recycle and reuse, pick up trash, be respectful of the wildlife that live in my neighborhood and surrounding public spaces, use water sparingly and wisely, and conserve energy by using ceiling fans and light filtering blinds rather than AC. I give thanks each day and strive to honor her with love and care.
I was deeply moved by Robin Wall Kimmerer’s quote “Knowing that you love the earth changes you, activates you to defend and protect and celebrate. But when you feel that the earth loves you in return, that feeling transforms the relationship from a one-way street into a sacred bond.”
Our relationship with the earth is such an important relationship. Sometimes I think the earth loves us but we do not love the earth. I started tending my backyard flower bed yesterday, removing the heavy leaf mulch so my perennials can access the spring rains. Today’s question reminds me that I do not do enough to protect and defend and celebrate the earth. I’m old enough to remember when plastic was discovered and how everyone marveled that it was indestructible. Now you can’t buy anything that isn’t riddled with plastic. I read recently that it takes 100 years for a plastic bag to disintegrate. Everything you buy at the grocery store is bottled or bagged in plastic. I’m told that even when you take the plastic to the recycle center, the process used to recycle it is bad for the environment. I think about the fights over water several states are having with each other because we insist on building subdivisions in places where there isn’t sufficient water sources to support them. Needless to say, our sacred bond with Mother Earth is at the breaking point because we are so tribal that we spend all of our energy creating ways to kill each other instead of help each other.
Microplastics have been found in the snowpack along the continental divide. It does not disintegrate, just breaks down into smaller and smaller bits, but remains plastic.
I watched a video yesterday that said we ingest a credit card’s worth of microplastics every day. They are literally everywhere now 🙁
I heard on the radio that it is in our chewing gum!
“Needless to say, our sacred bond with Mother Earth is at the breaking point because we are so tribal that we spend all of our energy creating ways to kill each other instead of help each other.”
I sincerely hope we can change this dynamic,
dear Carol. ♥
To thank her. To continue to be aware of my impact. To use the resources wisely and conservatively.
Just keep doing the things I’ve done for years… be conscious of the things I use, recycle, pick up trash. Like Michele, it’s more than one thing, but it’s been part of my life since high school and my Greenpeace years. I’m no activist these days, but I still care. Mother Earth gives us so much, and we should always do our part to take care of her, too.
Also, I passed everything for my yoga teacher training! I got an email just before going to work at the studio yesterday evening, and got not just the passing grade, but some really wonderful feedback on the class I put together for my final 🙂
Congratulations SunnyPatti!! I know how hard you have worked for this. I wish you continued success with your yoga.
Thank you so much 🙂
Delightful SunnyPatti.
It is! Thank you!
That´s beautiful, dear Sunypatti! Congratulations!
Thanks so much, Ose!
Wonderful news SunnyPatti!
I also notice that you are working at the studio.
How great to do so much in one special space !
I started a work trade with them back in February, and it has been such a blessing! Not only am I taking lots of classes, I am meeting so many wonderful people. I truly love it!
Fantastic news! Congratulations!
Thank you, Charlie!
Congratulations!🙌
Thank you 🙂
Congrats, Patti! I feel the joy in your words.
It is definitely a joyous thing for me! Thank you!
Congratulations,
dear Sunnypatti . . . ♥
Thank you, Sparrow 🙂
Very good validation for your passion.
Sending that “final exam” video in was really tough… I recorded it 5 times, picking apart every little thing about the videos, mostly myself. I had to make peace with some things and trust that the practice itself was worthy. I’m so grateful they agreed!
If I can’t find a garbage can, I always keep garbage in my pocket till I can throw it in the trash can at home. 🌏
NGOC, I taught my children to do the same.
I do that too, My Ngoc. Throwing trash on the floor is the last thing needed.
I make sure that I turn off the light when leaving the area as usual.
Continue to recycle, be mindful of electricity/water, limit use of plastic (use my cloth/canvas grocery bags)
oops, more than ‘one’ action.
Happy Earth Day Everyone 🌎🌍🌏
Thank you for the chuckle, Michele.
I can pick up trash if I spot litter. As always, I can appreciate the beauty of creation all around me.