Cutting staff jeopardizes the health of these lands and diminishes our connection to the natural world, a connection essential to our well-being.

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I won't stand for our precious wild places to go unstewarded. Our national parks are more than just scenic landscapes; they are vital ecosystems that sustain wildlife and provide invaluable opportunities for recreation and reflection.

I recognize that there are "fires" everywhere with our change in leadership. What can we do? We can choose 1-2 issues that are central to our core and be a voice and stand up against this ruthless slashing.

This is my issue.

5,000 dedicated individuals, many of whom have devoted years to protecting our national parks, were abruptly terminated last week. These aren't just numbers; they're families facing financial hardship. Many of these individuals possess unique skills essential for effective land stewardship.

Spring will come again. And you'll be ready.
If you cannot see the light around you, become it.
Pad yourself with the gifts of warmth: connection and productivity.
Turn within and nurture yourself.
Create. Produce. Become.

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....and the cultures (that aren’t mine) that I dig in to examine.

I’ve not ever had a home studio quite like this. And I’m so thrilled that I do now in this stage of life that is characterized by high productivity and deep self reflection.

In front of me is an open space with moving fixtures for portraits, still life work, or whatever calls to be photographed or videoed. A great example is the mug I’m holding in my hand: a bespoke piece by @babycreep.bsky.social that emulates a rainbow sugar skull — a favored motif of mine...