We began our morning completing the lesson on trees while standing around the only willow on the property (that we know of). We talked about the importance of trees and their ecological functions, specifically and most pertinently with water. Trees produce up to 80% of the precipitation in our atmosphere! Not only are they helping produce the water they are also helping to distribute it and regulate it. WOW! Trees also help to break up the soil, reflect light to understory species and house many creatures in our eco system. After Weds experience connecting with the trees and spending this time talking about them, it really brings it home and allows me to understand why on an inherent level i have always loved trees and respected them so deeply. If you are considering removing or adding trees on your property, it might be a good idea to do some research on the species of tree you are working with and what effect it may have on the environment :)
We moved up to the pool garden and continued our discussion moving into water. Of course we all know that water is important. We didnt have tons of time to get through it all, but we briefly spoke about grey water, black water, water conservation and storage. A couple of our class members spoke a bit about water systems. I am still learning alot about some of the more technical systems like Aquaculture and treatment systems, but this gets me excited to move deeper into this topic and do some studying. Our class also thinks that it would be a good idea to build an aquaculture system in the pool as it isnt being used and is right next to the garden. I think it is an awesome idea, and would also be sweet to add some art and other aspects as the Grey's are thinking it would be good as place to contemplate the shadow.
After lunch we did a super fun design session where we put our main focus on considering trees and water. It is always so fun to engage with the class this way and see things come to form, even if it is just for a visioning session. Once we completed our design session, we did a ritual class closing. It warms my heart so much to be spending time with all of these awesome visionaries, sharing ideas, teaching each other and inspiring each other to the next level. It is something special to be able to share space with such a dynamic and epic crew of people. I love each and every one of my class mates so much!
Our Brainstorming session
Once we closed our circle we met up with the Greys to walk the land and hear more about their vision, priorities and thoughts on the mapping process. It was a very full chat and walk about and we were given a ton of great information that will help us out with our project so much. The best thing was to see how much the Grey's love the project and really want us there. They fully understand the importance of our work. At the end of our walk, we had a group meditation around the Grey's new prayer wheel and closed the session with a group hug.
The Cistern (Sun Temple)
Alex giving us the download on their visions for the sun temple (cistern)
We were inspecting a sad fruit tree. It appeared as though some deer were eating them!
The Shitake harvest! YAY!
Friday, I met up with my good friend Matt in NYC and we walked and talked, pondering the importance of reaching our potentials, but in our own time, holding compassion for ourselves on our own journeys. We also discussed the importance of Permaculture and how we can continue to integrate it in our lives during these crazy times. It was great to see him and talk about some of these important things with a close friend!
me and Matt
I boarded the plane and flew home with full love in my heart ready for the next part of my journey.
Who knows what the future holds, but i move forward, one step at a time, loving this existence and with full faith in my path.
Infinite love and gratitude for the many gifts in my life (including you)!
kym chi
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