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Recognizing “enoughness” is a radical act in an economy that is always urging us to consume more.

“Because,” she said, “when you’re scared but you still do it anyway, THAT’S brave.”

Receiving a gift from the land is coupled to attached responsibilities of sharing, respect, reciprocity, and gratitude—of which you will be reminded. This kind of gratitude is so much more than a polite “thank you.” Not an automatic ritual of “manners,” but a recognition of indebtedness that can stop you in your tracks—it brings you the realization that your life is nurtured from the body of Mother Earth.

“Every chapter has to have a point, even if the reader can’t yet see it. Every story told must serve two purposes: to allow your reader to know your characters better and to push the narrative towards the conclusion.”