Showing posts with label COVID-19. Show all posts
Showing posts with label COVID-19. Show all posts

Thursday, November 26, 2020

diversify & decolonize Thanksgiving

2020 is a special year - in spite and despite all that has come our way - we still have much to offer up thanks for. In the midst of so much death, loss and sorrow our mournful hearts continue to hope and strive. 

A diverse & decolonized Thanksgiving to all!

This year spreading the corona virus rather than preparing the traditional Thanksgiving spread is of greater concern. Under quarantine and in isolation we are encouraged to stay home and keep it simple.

National Day of Morning [image credit: Kisha James]

In this more contemplative atmosphere we no longer are clear cut for or against the celebration of the conquest and genocide of local natives by invading colonists.

Wednesday, April 22, 2020

gifts of nature

Earth Day 2020 on April 22 celebrates the 50th anniversary of this holiday. It is now a global event that has been extended into Earth Week. It has grown into a worldwide movement focused protecting the environment and living in harmony with nature.

Sika deer cross a road in Nara, Japan. The animals have been wandering through city streets and subway stations.
Sika deer cross a road in Nara, Japan

This year we have all had to stay home either sheltering in place or maintaining social distancing due to COVID-19.