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!