photo: Imperial Palace East Gardens, Tokyo
Weeds
paying no attention to surroundings
are growing as they want to grow.
This scenery gives a feeling of contentment.
Although stepped on by people,
before we can be aware,
they have lengthened so much that one’s knees are hidden.
In some places
even a person’s body is lost from sight
there are such deep places.
This scenery gives a feeling of contentment.
When able to grow without limit
they should go ahead and spread out.
Even though not attractive
the plentiful flowers should open abundantly.
by Fuyuhiko Kitagawa (b. 1900)
from Anthology of Modern Japanese Poetry translated by Yuki Sawa
Things I love: justice in all forms; flowers; locally grown food; breastfeeding; feminist theory; outdoor adventures, Divine interventions; 4-H and coffee.
Things I loathe: racism; homophobia; toxic crap; misogyny; bad public policy and pitbull-haters.
My formal education is in sociology, gender studies, and public policy. I've also been a Lactation Educator; 4-H professional, a Certified Master Gardener/Permaculture Design and spent 15 years working to end domestic and sexual violence. I probably still have powerpoint on all these topics.
I've been blogging for many years on dozens of topics- everything from women's health to breed-specific legislation. But the thing I like to write about most is my gardening, food adventures and my kids.
So there you have it. Be a kind human. Thanks.
photo: Imperial Palace East Gardens, Tokyo
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