An invitation to go deep and vulnerable and open up to creation. POETRY arises from this deep awareness level. An invitation to write a few poem lines. I will give it a go. Always good to practice creation, specially when we have to CREATE a better world. hopedispatch.beehiiv.com/p/deep-diving

In spring, I spend more time #inthegarden. Here admiring various tree contraptions, buds, catkins, flowers, cones, changing shape and colour everyday! #Lovetrees

National Forest Week! I love forests. I love trees so a forest is like a lollipop shop for me! Let's celebrate forests! Suzanne Simard contributes with an awesome feel good question, how do you connect with nature? The comments are a gift💖 My question is: What do we love about forests?

Well done Tabby 👏🌅 I 100% agree with single use plastic BAN -and phasing out of all plastics. Why today, anyone allows, manufactures, buys single use plastic? The beauty is we can, each of us, #stopplastic and #swap. I don't need an official ban to do good🌏🦭😘 www.theguardian.com/environment/...

I really like what the Gardening Well family does and say. Zach is very inspiring, well done ✅🥬🐝

We will not let this government override the will of the people of New Zealand who created 16 Water Conservation Orders. Petition to sign... community.greenpeace.org.nz/petitions/sa...

Over 190 countries around the world have committed to protect 30% of their land and waters by 2030. But right now, less than 3% of the ocean is highly protected and many leaders still have no plan to meet their commitments. What is ocean effective protection? only.one/campaign/30x30

Thank you for making me laugh about such a terrible long standing issue, nitrates. I signed and share.

It's now scientifically proven, the economic system is detrimental to nature. Which prompts a new framework called "Relational biodiversity economics" phys.org/news/2025-09... I look forward to deepen that subject 🧵

Interesting video -in French,- explaining how Gen Z changed Nepal in 2 days, following a repression of protests anti corruption and censorship of social media. Revolution! Maybe hope for a better fairer future in Nepal🤞☮️ www.facebook.com/share/p/1B2G...

No LNG - liquefied natural gas- is not good for the climate, although it says "natural"! See why it is a potent greenhouse gas and how it leads to nature destruction and pollution here act.stand.earth/s/4007647/wz...

Excellent article from @thespinoff.bsky.social about regenerative soil practice and how to use regenerative agriculture in your own garden | The Spinoff share.google/Sv2CVIgi9U2C...

Happy equinox everyone, a day when the day and night are of equal length all over the world, amazing! Equinox for me is balance, harmony, #peace Spring equinox is a time of growth of course, and renewal, reflection, the occasion to start over, integrating past learning for better outcomes. Joy!

New Zealand First is working on the 'woke banking bill'. 350.org.nz/must-bank-wi... Please email National MPs to encourage them to stand strong against this. Eg. [email protected] #banking In the meantime, here is a petition to call on ANZ responsibility. act.350.org/s/2973062.1P...

That's a good news, #peace for the fish and life in the international seas. I hope protection is implemented and enforced. HISTORIC MILESTONE FOR GLOBAL OCEAN PROTECTION: 60th ratification triggers entry into force of High Seas Treaty - #HighSeasAlliance share.google/qttbUhCJAETx...

I am glad #permaculture becomes popular. Gardening in harmony with nature is a no brainer in a climate and biodiversity crisis🌱🐝 Whether you apply permaculture principles or observe and connect to follow what nature does, gardening without chemicals is awesome. share.google/afMTSYEPB2P5...

Wishing everyone a Peaceful day, with love, harmony, sharing. It's International Peace Day!

Waoh, that's special! Children's writing about the future, from the future, so refreshing and beautiful, thank you, Hope goes right up! The pdf is free. I love the Mamamia story page 25 and I spotted a NZ story about Penguins that I will read next. Bravo Kids! www.vofg.org/futures-anth...

Petition to halt foreign interference in NZ www.maoriparty.org.nz/say_no_to_th...

A Chinese and Israeli diplomats having a good talk. And the solution is... Recognize Palestine as a country. substack.com/@arnaudbertr... #InternationalPeace

One of the most effective accessible way to help the planet today is to stop mowing the lawns. As spring pushes new growth, ask yourself what lawns you really need and let everything else grow. The planet and yourself will thank you for it! organicnz.org.nz/magazine-art...

Another sad established trees felling, for the reason of alternative trees are popular with the market target of the development and encroachment on the footpath. Sorry 😔 Anger over body corp's plans to remove residents' native trees in Freemans Bay | RNZ News share.google/WCD0S0YkqZNE...

Waoh! Govt considers sidelining Climate Change Commission from emissions advice share.google/4Zs1gU2PIFBn... Reasons: too long process and we need to check if their advice is necessary! I can't believe the blatant dishonesty. The government attack on science and democracy.

The Book Catalog Terre Vivante is outstanding, healthy living and building, organic gardening, societal solutions. I was their librarian in the 1990's, for many years, I learned a lot and I am impressed their editorial line is still so vibrant and deep. Merci🙏🥬🦋 www.terrevivante.org/boutique/cat...

#degrowth is happening, against all will but good for the climate... Unfortunately, disparities increase as dairy* prices and rents increase filling the same pockets... *not a problem for vegans😉

Yesterday I woke our sourdough and made our no-knead #homemade bread, with love and care, like quality time with a kid. 7 cups of different flours and seeds, quite liquid, then put to rise in the hot water cupboard overnight. Our recipe is here. regenerativelifestyle.blog/2024/08/04/e...

Thank you so much for your action (many days above the ground to stop the mine), so chuffed you get support, well deserved. I share so more people may contribute too. Good luck.

🙏 We have just hit 50% on our fundraiser & we can't thank you enough. These donations are a testament to the strong, caring community that Rach & Tāmati have around them in the fight to preserve our planet 💚 Please donate here chuffed.org/project/rach... / links in bio #climatejustice #nz

Korukai farm in NZ is practicing and sharing awesome holistic #regeneration. Lots of workshops, some online too. #regenerativelifestyle korukai.co.nz/workshops-fa...

Our Mayor says: "Population in the area increased by 260% in the last five years alone and that growth is expected to continue, whether we plan for it or not." It's not true. Growth is absolutely managed by the consents given. Growth is council decision against community will and nature capacity.

Clear cut forestry is unsustainable for nature, for communities and ugly for landscapes. Operators themselves say it is also impossible technically and unsustainable financially... Stop doing it then duh! www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/early...

Ambury Regional Park seems an interesting setup: a private land with farm& accommodation business AND public access. Looks like a nice public private partnership with the support of the council -maybe, to explore. www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/parks-recrea...

Coming up on Saturday 21st September, International Day of Peace. share.google/6MLRgNcp00C6... What will I do? - Find peace in myself and spread Peace vibes🧘‍♀️☮️ - Already Learning more about international peace. Hope, Action, Courage=Heart #Peace #InternationalPeace

I went to a "meet the candidates" meeting yesterday in Wānaka #localelectionnz I asked "2 simple Yes/No question for all candidates. - Do you believe in climate change? - If yes, is your plan enough? Luckily, all four Mayor-candidates present do believe about it and it's impact already. 👍

I liked this "Ask your mirror" question: What could I do today to make you happy? Happiness practice! youtube.com/shorts/f8tVD... #spirituality #personaldevelopment #happiness #simplicity

I love borage, the blue is so unique, always full of bees. So useful too. brezid.com/heres-why-ga...

To revive nature words, here I try to expand my vocabulary on the joy of this early spring day. FLOWER, bloom, blossom, inflorescence, flowering, efflorescence, bud, floret, rosette, pompom, cup, bell, crown, star, trumpet, beauty... I stall! Can anyone can help with more names for flowers? 🌸🌼🌷

Floruit works on a modern trust led covenant system that encompasses not just environmental heritage and legacy, but economic and social heritage and legacy as well. "Land-owner focused, intergenerational land resource management" sounds good to me. I follow Floruit progress. www.floruit.nz

A poll published in @theguardian.com says 89% of people thought their national government “should do more to fight global warming". Whew, I am not alone! And 69% of people are willing to contribute 1% of their household income every month to fight global warming www.theguardian.com/environment/...

Brightening the day harvesting today's salad #inthegarden Beautiful dandelion, wonderful bird songs in the claret ash above, fertile tranquil compost, nature abundance: miner's lettuce, dandelion leaves, cress, corn lettuce, parsley. Listen with volume ON 🐦 Enjoy 💖🥬

Extensive Policy for the Public Good report (85 pages!) available from We All with questions to ask to candidates www.weall.org.nz/local-govt

Draw the line action for the planet and the people, aka Climate March on Sat 21 Sept in Wellington drawtheline.world?r=NZ&d=AUK&l...

Citizens juries are in infancy, and growing, bringing much hope for failing democracies. thespinoff.co.nz/politics/11-...

Tuesday 23 September 2025 7pm, WeAll offers one hour free webinar to explore how to shift to a #wellbeingeconomy, from growth and profit first to people and planet first. Looking forward to hear how the WeAll team designs a fair and sustainable future for all. www.weall.org.nz/weall-aotear...

DOC has revealed New Zealand’s “new population” – 695 billion (ish) living things. I love this as it includes beloved trees too. As we all count on nature, it’s time we start counting it too!! Mind opening! 📖 www.doc.govt.nz/news/media-r...

Another excellent article by @theconversation.com Keeping and regenerating nature while building lots of housing is possible. Once again, it's a choice: whether putting nature and people first OR money and profit first. theconversation.com/why-building...

I love this kind of story. Good for the climate, good for biodiversity and good for people, win win win. How Roundglass Foundation Planted 3 Million Trees in Punjab share.google/RQPE26q7Tyfh...

Learn sustainable procurement from the pros www.iso20400.org

Here, the @cooldownnetwork.bsky.social is organizing a vote about switching to electric tools. Officials consider banning common landscaping equipment with new bill: 'It's a beautiful thing' share.google/Tv03BvQqY2jE... Interesting...

Learning about the Amazon in 6 free sessions to understand, love and defend it, great idea from @greenpeaceuk.bsky.social I have signed up! action.greenpeace.org.uk/amazon-cours...