A Balancing Act
Published about 2 months ago • 1 min read
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Hello, Friend!
Today marks the autumn equinox.
The first day of fall typically inspires thoughts of slowing down, leaves falling, and the gradual darkening of days toward winter.
But today -- the equinox -- represents balance.
During this time, everyone on Earth experiences roughly the same balance of dark and light in the day before the hemispheres once again head in opposite directions.
It's an opportunity to pause and notice. Where are we balanced?
On the farm, we see the empty rows that once had beans next to the lush sweet potato rows. Rows of 10-foot-tall okra and rows of baby fall crops. Bright flower blooms in a tangle of dying brush.
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There's something about balance that feels good. It centers us, grounds us. Though it may seem like a still point, it's not static -- it's defined by the dynamic elements related to it. Even something as basic to us as balancing on two legs is made possible by an active brain and ever-shifting muscles. In the garden, getting the optimal balance of nutrients in the soil is an aspiration -- the soil is always changing, as plants and other organisms interact with it.
Balance is an ongoing cultivation.
So if you're feeling out of balance on this equinox in some way, you're not alone -- we're all always a little off-kilter in some way. If you're feeling wonderfully balanced today, enjoy it while it lasts. ;)
Where do you want more balance in your life? What would it take to move toward that?
Next Community Day September 27, 10am-1pm
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2 spots left -- join us! Get your hands in the soil and enjoy a morning with friends on the farm.
This is a poignant day that we don't want to overlook -- we'll make time and space to honor the anniversary of Hurricane Helene together.
Click below to RSVP.
Come See Us at the Farmer's Market
Walnut Farmers' Market -- every Saturday, 12-3pm
Our little local market is a fun time! Food, music, and friendly folks. Mother Rock (that's us!) will have a table there October 5th. Come say hi!
Walnut Community Center, 46 School Rd. in Marshall
Happy Fall!
Sarah & Cory
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