This is radical, and I mean that in the way we used to say it as kids, (excellent dude) and in the political sense, because there is nothing more empowering to individuals and communities than to reclaim our right to save and swap seeds, and not be beholden to mega-corporations who used smart lawyers and … Continue reading Seedy Saturday is coming to Pemberton, April 2, 1-4pm
The Red Breasted Nuthatch has been visiting regularly, taking one sunflower seed at a time from the feeder, then flying with that seed to another tree, where it wedges the seed in a crack. Sometimes the bird uses the grip of the tree to hold the seed in place so it can get at the … Continue reading Seasonal Observations: The Red Breasted Nuthatch
Good things are hidden down there. Ruben's photo today offers a partial view of our little town, and the promise of all its sweetness. Happy Easter.
The Pemberton Lions Club will host their annual Community Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, March 27th at 1pm at Pioneer Park. Bring your own baskets! Meet at the Gazebo. (Photos by Dave Steers.)
Most of the "organized" stuff I did with my kid, when he was a baby, felt like a failure (and I tried not to do too much of it because it felt Herculean to get out the door and arrive anywhere at an appointed time.) He didn't sit nicely on the carpet and listen to … Continue reading Learn some songs with your baby. Registration is open for Mother Goose
I missed the opportunity to post an invitation to attend a drumming event at Tipella that took place on Monday to bring in the start of spring - my apologies. (I've been blaming daylight saving for being off my game, but I guess I have to just embrace the difficult wake-ups and move on. :)) … Continue reading Xa’xsta First Nation members drum in the spring
Straight from the facebook-mouth of author Richard Wagamese, comes the news that Indian Horse, one of the most powerful books I've ever read (and every single one of my book club agrees, which is not the usual case): Indian Horse is swinging into production. An open casting call!!! This movie has lots of Indigenous speaking … Continue reading Indian Horse is going to be made into a movie and they’re looking for First Nations talent!
Consider this a call to action, or an invitation, from Canada's two wisest elders, David Suzuki and Margaret Atwood, to kick everyone out of the house, and start mucking about in the dirt.
The Wellness Almanac 