Tag: ancestors
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Story Lines
Recent snowfall contrasts with warmer temperatures and changing weather patterns. The author reflects on the significance of Ancestors, not just humans, but the myriad beings whose lives shape our existence. They emphasize the importance of preserving species and ecosystems, as their destruction erases ancient stories and wisdom that connect us to our roots.
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The Presence of the Ancestors
Today is a chilly, dark, wet early November day, election day in the U.S.. The rains came mid-morning, soaking the leaves that had fallen in the showers and high winds of recent days. While many trees stand bare, there are still pockets of intense color spread here and there across the landscape.
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Initial Conditions, Part Two
Two days of heat; yesterday set another record high for the date. Today is a tad cooler although tomorrow may again challenge records before a taste of early autumn arrives for the weekend. In the woods, there is a slow, steady increase in reds and yellows among the deep greens. The rivers and lake are…
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Honoring the Suffering of the Ancestors
More record warm days have slowed leaf turn down; what began as a very early color season is now quite late. Today is cloudy, very warm, and somewhat wet. We will take whatever rain we are sent, and be glad for it. We are in autumn and the spirits draw close. This is a good…
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