As Thanksgiving approaches, I feel the energy of excitement and warmth building in so many homes. Families prepare to gather, friends make plans, and there is a shared expectation of time spent at the table. At its best, Thanksgiving is a time to pause, reflect, and be grateful for the blessings in our lives. We come together to recognize the challenges we have faced, the resilience we have developed, and the joy we have shared. Personally, I feel deep gratitude for each of you – your support, your kindness, and your commitment to connecting with the natural world and with each other.
I am also deeply grateful for our beautiful Mother Earth, for the forests and mountains, rivers and oceans, plants, animals, sun, stars and moon. Everything I do – whether it’s writing, teaching, or creating community – wouldn’t be possible without this supportive web of life and the amazing people who share my journey. As we come together this season, let’s remember to give back, walk gently, and listen to the lessons that nature and our communities share with us.