WE WILL BE KNOWN AS A CULTURE...
That defines our culture by borders
And excludes those born outside.
Where people boast thousands of “friends”
And is in a loneliness epidemic.
That leads in technology and innovation
And generates the most plastic waste.
Who broadcasts land of the free and home of the brave
And engages in violence over human rights.
That is obsessed with longevity
And has one of the highest suicide rates.
Who is superior in agricultural richness
And leads in the consumption of ultra-processed foods.
Who vaunts about its travels to the moon
And causes crisis conditions for its own Mother
That provides solutions using authority and technology
And destroys the power of our relationships
AND
WE WILL BE KNOWN AS A CULTURE
That loves the world anyway!
A CULTURE THAT....
Connects with our collective pain and suffering
Moves our bodies to heal trauma
Tells stories that connect us to our ancestors
Makes music to share grief and loss
Creates art that portrays the human condition
Writes poetry about nature and moral beauty
Collectively breathes to share compassion
Has courage to look at our shadow
Lives by wisdom rather than knowledge
Discovers awe in an encounter with a squirrel
Listens to a tree speak on resilience
Finds peace in a world of war
Cares deeply about the world
Chooses love over fear
Searches endlessly to build connection
Finds hope in shared purpose and community action
Is beholden to our Mother Earth.
Come see and flourish
All are welcome!