We talked, planned, dreamed, schemed...even drew up floor plans, but nothing manifested until 2009, when we found the people willing, called a meeting, and realized that if we didn't get it moving, our garden would never happen.
So, with our individual research and with the hands-on experience of our hermano, Mictlan, we've decided to create a space that features the 7 Warrior Plants, which are known to provide the essential
nutrients, vitamins, and minerals needed to sustain ones self. The 7 Warriors include the 3 sisters (maize, squash, beans) and the other four supplements, Chile (Vitamin C), Maguey, Cactus, and Amaranth. For a breakdown of each of what the plants provide, visit el Mazatl @ TO YOUR HEALTH: OUR ANCIENT NATIVE DIET.After being out in the yard a few times, the rest of the crew mentioned keeping a log (duh?), so here it is. This will be the representation of what the garden grows ~ in terms of food & the mental of those who come across it. I'll be back-logging a bit for you guys and then the rest of the gardeners will be adding on along with me.
I'd like to note that I can safely say that our main drive for all of this work is LOVE. We all come from different plots on the Red Road, but we are moved by the love that truth manifests. It's our adoration for the earth (tonantzin) and her ability to give life and allow things to take root. Our love of ourselves in terms of where we come from, who we were, and how it can help us today. Our respect for the far reaches of humanity. And our interest in freedom as a community
of Original people who have been controlled & constrained for far too long.We woke up one day and planted seeds. You dig? ha.
We ask for input, constructive criticism, and props! Tlazos y Tiahui!
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