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Garden teaching: Love does not always equal water

When leaves wilt, the research begins.  Wilting leaves on a plant signal distress because of something harmful in the environment. But not every plant needs the same nutrients for revival.  Typically, the leaves indicate when the roots need water. But it also might be a sign of too much heat, and the plant may need… Continue reading Garden teaching: Love does not always equal water

Garden teachings: Series

Raised wooden garden beds with green herbs surrounded by wood chips and a wire fence. Outside the fence stands a bare tree and a brick building.

Recently I scrolled through the 2018 and 2019 picture albums on my phone. Many rectangles from that time show a mix of ocean blues, forest greens, and people cultivating community –and many furry friends pop up, too.  During these years, I shadowed community organizers and farmers to learn more about food justice work, but I… Continue reading Garden teachings: Series

Start here: A moment of inner battles

There’s a moment in which you’re standing at the front of an audience and they’re waiting for your first words, your hook. This moment occurs at the beginning of taking a risk —when we introduce ourselves, interview for jobs, write to an audience, or publish a post in our digital reality. This is the moment… Continue reading Start here: A moment of inner battles