Now, more than ever

We need to live in reverence of life — all of life.

Something shifted during the course of this past year. The pandemic, with its many losses, the continued exposure of injustice, and the tragic events of January 6th, have given us pause — to look clearly at what is of value, and at what is broken in our lives, our communities, and our nation. There is a calling into question the underlying tenants of our way of life, and a call for recognition and awareness of the sanctity of life, of our impact on life, and our place in the bigger picture. We need to come out on the other side with compassion, wisdom, and reverence for all that is around us.

Now, more than ever

We need to have more awareness of those before us, and our relationship with what surrounds us. This year has shown us the importance of slowing down enough to see who and what we are in the presence of, to listen to what is being said, and to hear the stories being spoken.

Now, more than ever

We need places that help us restore a sense of inner balance, places that foster well-being — emotional, physical, and mental well-being. Places that instill a sense of inner calm, and that help us live with consciousness, with awareness — of those around us, of our relationships with the people and the world around us.

Now, more than ever

We imagine that the earth, the land, is also dreaming of a time of more compassion, more kindness, more peace. It bears witness to, and the scars of, human greed and consumption.

Now, more than ever

We are being given an opportunity to become aware, to make a difference — a wake up call.