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Peace & Respect, & thank you Kelsey! Your putting into focus the fundamental personal contradictions each of We face as we live out our days here in the empire is a bright light on the praxis and practice of raising our own consciousness to the level of collective action. UBUNTU, I am because We are, We are because I am. Mother Nature's well-organized response to hueman environmental malfeasance will bring into balance the needs of Mother Earth. The question that Proven Conversations asks is how do we communicate species survival in the quake of American hegemony to those with ears to hear? We'll done, well said!

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Thank you for your thoughtful comment, ongoing encouragement to broaden my own thinking, and sincere presence on every call we have Ketu. I'm so grateful we're collaborating on this endeavor together. 💚

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You've certainly struck a chord, Kelsey. As always you're a leader in finding ways to tell the truth in those fields where deep emotion and strong intention can meet. Gratitude for your wisdom and leadership in our project.

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Thank you Sox! I really grappled with my desire to write more about our incredible work and sincere moments together over the years, and what a profound impact you've had on me! But I know there's power in being succint at times so I refrained, but I do deeply cherish you and love that we get to continue our educational journey together.

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Jul 1, 2023Liked by Kelsey

Beautiful words kels! Holds a mirror up to all of the systems we take for granted.

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Thanks Sierra! And you're out there taking action to heal our environment, devise creative sustainable solutions, and build working relationships with others committed to similar causes! You're such an inspiration to me! Looking forward to learning more about the exciting initiatives you're involved with and Indigenous-informed practices in Alaska!

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Jun 29, 2023Liked by Kelsey

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Thank you Julie 💜 You're such an important friend to me and I appreciate your gentle acknowledgment and encouragement, even when we're far apart!

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I feel this deeply. Beautiful and powerful words, Kelsey.

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Thank you Molly. 💕 I love you deeply! And I'm so grateful for your ongoing support of all that I'm doing and creating!

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Jun 29, 2023Liked by Kelsey

Super Amazing Story, one of conviction, power and truth, the luxuries of the west that keeps us comfortable in our humanity, because we feel the big boys are doing something about these western created global issues, the truth is. It is left to us to clean up corporate mess, and the Canada Fire and Boats Smashed in Ft Myers is a great vivid reminder of why Climate Change should be at the forefront of our change, yes because as someone who travels and just returned from the Amazon Rainforest, observing the Indigenous Ticuna Tribe and their Environmental Habits, it’s no wonder the Amazon is the Fought for and Protected Space we should continue to fight for on this planet, They “Ticuna” People have a great model to exemplify as a standard when it comes to climate, Love the Land and the Land will Love you back, living in communities with no cars to pollute their thinking, I’d say they are thinking and seeing the world a lot more clearer than the rest of us. thank you for this piece and thank you for caring so much.

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Wow Omaka! I deeply appreciate your thorough and generous comment that's furthering the conversation with your own experiences and insights on the Ticuna peoples' relationship to Earth. It's been so fulfilling to work with you on the Yes Chef Village Suppers initiative here in FL and I'm excited about how we're going to bring these concepts and values into onsite local experiences!

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Jun 29, 2023·edited Jun 29, 2023Liked by Kelsey

Amazing and thought provoking article. I know just what you mean! Trying to make a conscious difference yet being pulled into the modern conveniences of the world… it’s a hard tightrope to walk!

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Thank you for your ongoing support mom! I love our sincere talks about the struggles we face and cherish all of our resources/idea sharing on how to be more environmental, just, and healthy women! Looking forward to learning an growing more together!

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I appreciate your honest, vulnerable sharing. I resonate with your shift to creative thinking and I’m looking forward to collaborating together!

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Thank you for taking the time to read this and leave a genuine comment Zyon! It's been great to get to know you through the Gulfport Food Forrest. I'm also excited about our collective efforts and sustainable actions to nourish community through local food and Village Suppers!

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