 Geologist. Gardener. Exploratory sculptor. Welcome to Episode 12. This is the first of a 3-part series, each featuring a visionary, action-taking young woman who faithfully volunteers at La Huerta Roots and Rays community garden in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. One of the reasons I started doing these interviews -- having simple, recorded conversations with people who are in conscious relationship with the planet they live on -- is because there really is something special about them. I respect their ability to notice and support cycles of life, in a technologically-dominated era. I value conversations that are centered around Life, or are full of Life. That's how I felt talking with this renaissance woman, Imogene Ellis. Here's our sensory-rich and playful chat. In addition to Roots and Rays, here are a few more of Imogene's favorite resources:
Next Up: Permaculture Principle #4: "Apply self-regulation, and accept feedback."
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Wisdom Seeker
5/5/2014 12:08:31 am
It is good that there is a forum for lovers of the earth to be acknowledged and highlighted; Their work is noble. Kudos to you, Erika, for making this possible! 5/5/2014 05:57:29 am
It warms my heart that you also appreciate the nobility of their work... especially in an age that mostly wants to be entertained and distracted. Earthkeepers are our real (s)heros! Leave a Reply. |
The question "How are you?" is PROFOUND. But it has been watered-down to a synonym for "Hello." Forced or fake auto-responses of obligated okay-ness are expected. (And if you are going through something tragic, it really doesn't matter! Every social encounter OPENS with this well-established Ritual of Insincerity.) The question "How are you?" prompts an answer that begins with "I AM _____________." This means many times each day, you are invited to SPEAK THE MOST POWERFUL STATEMENT that can be spoken of yourself. And the socially-expected thing to do, is be QUICK + SLICK with your answer. For a change... TAKE YOUR TIME, and tell your truth. ✍🏾 |