May our daily choices be a reflection of our deepest values, and may we use our voices to speak for those who need us most, those who have no voice, those who have no choice. It’s up to each one of us to create the world we want to live in; if not you, then who? If not now, then when? — Colleen Patrick-Goudreau

I went hiking with Kira and William today at Bear Mountain. At 4:15 the sun began to set, and we had just come out of the woods and into the field. The field was full of these plants with white tufts of seeds, the sun illuminated them beautifully. Winter is drawing near. I dream of smoke dancing out of my chimney and chilled hands clutching warm mugs of tea. I want to sleep in and read, spending my days thinking and reflecting.