09/05/2025
Last night, my oldest daughter and I attended an event in Ann Arbor featuring Robin Wall Kimmerer talking about her new children's book. This book was made in an effort to share the message of her book Braiding Sweetgrass for the youngest of our world. Robin's talk was down to earth, relatable and very inspirational. Being in a packed church with an audience from all walks of life and every age was also very moving when it became clear that we were all united by our love of this good green earth. The laughter, the tears, the deep intellectual questions asked by the audience and Robin's thoughtful responses gave me so much hope and inspiration. Our world desperately needs wise elders to help guide us. And even though last night was the first time I met Robin Wall Kimmerer, she has held a special place in my heart as a dear mentor to me for over ten years. Thank you Robin, for using your gifts to heal our earth and each other and for guiding me on what my gifts for the earth are as well.
To know your gifts, Robin said, "What is the one thing you love too much to lose?"
And, one of my favorite quotes by her last night was:
"Raise good children, raise a garden, and raise a ruckus!"
She is launching an initiative to organize planet healing efforts at www.plantbabyplant.com. Go ahead and sign up for the newsletter so that you can be a part of this wonderful community!
