“You mean there’re other things besides having fun?  Unless it’s fun on some fundamental level, for me, it’s not going to happen.  Humans play.  On a spiritual level, I think it’s our job as humans to find joy.  Whatever you pick, try to find some joy in it.  Just have some fun.” 

~ Anne Porter

Since retiring from a career passionately supporting the arts in various capacities, Anne Porter, AP as her friends fondly call her, has dedicated herself to relentlessly pursuing the things that bring her joy and purpose.  Proudly carrying on a tradition learned from her parents, who were heavily involved in volunteer work, sitting on boards and building community in San Diego, Anne champions the causes she’s passionate about regardless of whether or not they are backed by an official organization.  For instance, she once threw a compost themed birthday party for herself to at once celebrate composting, which she believes in, while making it fun and engaging for everyone in attendance.

Five years ago, Anne relocated from San Diego to the northern Baja region of Mexico.  Even though Mexico is not her native land, she cares immensely for her community and its flourishing.  As the president of the board of Four Walls International, she and her fellow team members are dedicated to ecological preservation and community development in the Tijuana River Watershed.  While the problems they’re working towards finding solutions for are unlikely to be solved in her lifetime, Anne delights in the relentless pursuit of possible solutions. 

Anne Porter knows there is great power in connecting with each other and believes that our ability to look past our differences and come together for a united purpose will forever offer hope for the world.  

Never one to waste her free time, Anne is the consummate traveler and trier of new things.  In the last few years, she’s taken up writing poetry, wielding, and is soon to embark on a two week glass blowing course.

I’ve been friends with Anne for years and have always found her so encouraging and inspiring. I’m truly delighted to get to share her brilliance with you. 

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