Instinctively, we know that “caring for Creation” is directly related to our survival as Human Beings as well as the health and well-being of this Precious Planet.  These go hand-in-hand.

We are blessed beyond our understanding by the Beauty and Resilience of Nature.  When I have time to walk in a forest or sit with an old-growth tree for a while, I feel so Blessed.  After an hour or two, I feel calmer and more centered, and much more at ease with myself.  Now that we are going through such insanity and devastation, I find I need even more time with Trees, Sunshine, and lots of Fresh Air.

This is also one of the reasons many people are putting in vegetable gardens this Spring.  Gardening is Grounding and Healing!  And, we have fresh vegetables and maybe even fruit or watermelons!  When was the last time on a hot afternoon, you sat in a cool spot, under a Tree, and ate fresh Watermelon?  Probably too long ago … !  Remember, Watermelon is one of the very best ways to treat dehydration!  It is Nature’s answer!

When was the last time you walked into your new garden, picked a few ripe cherry Tomatoes and popped them in your mouth?  That is exactly what I will be doing this summer, because we are putting in a Garden this Spring! 

Hanging out in the Woods with lovely Trees will lower your anxiety, slow your heart rate, restore your appetite, and your ability to taste food.  You will sleep better, and your immune system will start functioning again.  In general, Organic Gardeners are healthier, happier, and generally have more energy than people who are sitting in front of screens all day.

We will get through this current political insanity and cultural devastation.  It will not go on forever.  As we find our way through these absurd and violent times, we can create a better future by the way we care for the Earth and take care of ourselves.  Every tiny heirloom seed or small native plant that we put into the ground is our investment in the Future!

Here is one of my favorite morning prayers.  I like to read it outside, standing in the Sunshine.  I always feel stronger,  more grounded, and very Blessed by Creation and the Creator! 

~ Morning Prayer ~

I arise today,

through the Strength of Heaven:

Light of Sun,

Radiance of Moon,

Splendour of Fire,

Speed of Lightening,

Swiftness of Wind,

Depth of Sea,

Stability of Earth,

Firmness of Rock.