Forming A Link

 

"By taking up competency of handmaking, we are becoming

the future ancestors we wished we'd had. Paradoxically, in this 

reversal, we are relieving the longing to be connected to a legacy."

Toko-pa Turner 

In an effort to continuously learn, we can shift our focus to handmaking. Whether it is learning calligraphy, quilting or photography, we expand our senses and imaginations. There has been an enormous loss of artistry over the ages, but the good news is that we may have neighbors or relatives that can teach us a thing or two.

When we reach out to an elder, asking them to share a craft, we bring a new sense of worthiness to them. As we are taught and develop the skill, we now have a gift we can pass down to our own grandchildren. We would be forming a link between the past, present, and future. It is not about perfecting, but rather, experiencing. 

When we maintain a sense of learning, we become more receptive to life itself. Without expectations of mastering handmaking, and just being in the moment of experimentation, we generate excitement, curiosity, and bonding. It is through new discovery that we usher fresh air into stagnant lives. 

Web of Skills, Integrity and Love

"Practice the power of being together."

Toko-pa Turner

In the midst of chaos, we are being called to honor people, the earth, and unknown realms.  Toko-pa Turner encourages us to love 'the standing people, the feathered people, the rock people, the water bodies, and so on."  

We are being given opportunities to help others through groups, circles, and assistance.  Look through and beyond the darkness of our times and extend a loving light in support of a much needed web of skills, integrity, and love.

When we honor all inhabitants in, above and upon our earth, we create a broader sense of family.  Our caring actions awakens a larger sense of belonging.  We increasingly thrive upon the light beaming from all things, limiting the fear growing in darkness.