"It’s similar to knowing what the right decision is, even though carrying out that decision is so hard you’d rather delude yourself a little while longer." -- love this.
This really hit me: "The thing is: I have glimpsed it, countless times. It feels like a pulse of life. A settling. It’s falling asleep on three different rocks over the course of an afternoon by the stream."
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The thing is: I have glimpsed it, countless times. It feels like a pulse of life. A settling. It’s falling asleep on three different rocks over the course of an afternoon by the stream. It’s a place where plants can talk, and where one’s responsibilities matter just as much as one’s rights. It’s an acknowledgment in my bones that I am indeed connected to everything around me.
Julia- The fact that you could've gotten bottled water and yet ended up with turning snow into water is why I enjoyed this read. So many times nature and life condition defaults us (aka water turning into snow naturally). But takes purpose, perception, and probably perseverance to do the opposite. I love how you exhibited this. Cheers, -Thalia
"It’s similar to knowing what the right decision is, even though carrying out that decision is so hard you’d rather delude yourself a little while longer." -- love this.
This really hit me: "The thing is: I have glimpsed it, countless times. It feels like a pulse of life. A settling. It’s falling asleep on three different rocks over the course of an afternoon by the stream."
Thanks, I'm honored! I remember devouring The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian when it came out. Awesome to see you here.
I believe you are participating in the gifting economy by sharing this newsletter and your journey and thereby forging human connections and inspiring others.
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The thing is: I have glimpsed it, countless times. It feels like a pulse of life. A settling. It’s falling asleep on three different rocks over the course of an afternoon by the stream. It’s a place where plants can talk, and where one’s responsibilities matter just as much as one’s rights. It’s an acknowledgment in my bones that I am indeed connected to everything around me.
Yes. Yes. 🙏🔆
Julia- The fact that you could've gotten bottled water and yet ended up with turning snow into water is why I enjoyed this read. So many times nature and life condition defaults us (aka water turning into snow naturally). But takes purpose, perception, and probably perseverance to do the opposite. I love how you exhibited this. Cheers, -Thalia
Thank you Thalia! Fun to revisit this moment through your eyes