The economic system we live under is one of ruthless competition. Everything is monetized, even the most basic necessities of life.
The ’60s saw a revival of handcrafts in Vermont. Judging from the large audience attending the Middlebury College lecture, there must be a new revival of fiber arts today, too.
“One winter afternoon when I was still missing my dog while steeped in reincarnation thoughts, I happened upon the most beautiful baby I’ve seen in some time.”
Laurie Cox reflects on 40 years of public service on the Ripton selectboard.
“Everyone and everything greeting me on the edge of white.”
“The government-sanctioned violence that we are witnessing across the nation has historically targeted black and brown communities.”
“It makes it harder to pigeonhole someone for their politics if you chat with them at your kids’ games or rely on them to fix your car. The fact is, we all rely on each other all the time. That’s what living in community is.”
“I’m learning that I don’t always have to work so hard. Sometimes it’s my turn to receive help.”
“By serving on committees, taking part in discussions, volunteering our time and resources, attending public gatherings and sharing with our neighbors, we are all becoming transparent to the ground of being.”
“I’d had it with hearing about yet one more thing anyone over 40 can’t, shouldn’t, or won’t do.”
“Debating memories is silly, really. Our memories are personal and unique.”
“As surely as the sun will rise in the east each morning, we will continue to need each other.”
“Seeing the beautiful intricate design of the complete nut seems like a miracle. A sculpture. How seldom we see the meat of even a walnut shelled unbroken.”
“Recently I’ve noticed how we often misinterpret well-known phrases by using them the out of their original context or dropping lines entirely.”
“Our strength is in our ability to work together to meet needs and solve problems.”
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