For family and friends, old and new, and for our peace-filled life here on Fiona’s Farm.
Despite all the gifts we have been given, we on our farm and in western North Carolina, have some trauma and feelings following recent events in the world and locally from Hurricane Helene.
Surviving echinacea above.
We have a lot of large trees down and fences damaged, but people, animals and outbuildings were miraculously spared. We are grateful but grieving.
It needs to be said that many lost everything including their lives.
And with all that has been happening in our country and the world, it is tempting to give in to the “dis’s- discouragement, disrespect, disharmony etc. But it’s also an opportunity to recommit to uplifting permaculture ethics- earth care, people care (all living things) and fair share. Working with nature, not against it.
Giving in to the sadness is not an option. We plan to actively resist the sadness.
Shine on, as best you can.
