Exactly what I needed to read to start my day. Purpose will make these next four years calmer and doable. Knowing likeminded compassionate people are still around lightens my heart.
It’s likely not going to surprise you I DO know of Akomolafe’s work and agree with you in how you characterize him. “These Wilds Beyond Our Fences” is on my TBR list! I’m drawn deeply to Indigenous cultures and thinkers—which is why I know both Bayo’s and Jenkinson’s work resonates strongly as well. We’ve lost too much as we’ve taken each step to denigrate, destroy, and erase from memory the wisdom of those cultures.
I’ve been to three of Jenkinson’s spoken word concerts. So unique and so great!
Kert, this is such a powerful piece. Thank you for introducing me to Stephen Jenkins. I appreciate learning about him and his work. The film short was also powerful and gorgeous.
Here’s the other one that is among my faves. His book, Die Wise is transcendent. If you watch either of these brief videos, I’d be interested in your reaction to them. https://youtu.be/Zjm8gWY3etg?si=kW8MTVHtpyg3JUma
Exactly what I needed to read to start my day. Purpose will make these next four years calmer and doable. Knowing likeminded compassionate people are still around lightens my heart.
Staying True! ❤️💪🙏
What a great post! I’ll be chewing on this for a while! Thanks, Gay
I love the work of Stephen Jenkinson and have seen him in concert a few times. An enjoyable and thought provoking read, thanks Kert.
You might also be interested in this https://www.bayoakomolafe.net/post/getting-lost
A profound thinker and beautiful man , if you haven’t discovered him already
It’s likely not going to surprise you I DO know of Akomolafe’s work and agree with you in how you characterize him. “These Wilds Beyond Our Fences” is on my TBR list! I’m drawn deeply to Indigenous cultures and thinkers—which is why I know both Bayo’s and Jenkinson’s work resonates strongly as well. We’ve lost too much as we’ve taken each step to denigrate, destroy, and erase from memory the wisdom of those cultures.
I’ve been to three of Jenkinson’s spoken word concerts. So unique and so great!
As usual, much to think on, Kert. Very helpful and appreciated.
I’m glad you are here with me in this place we wish we weren’t.
Kert, this is such a powerful piece. Thank you for introducing me to Stephen Jenkins. I appreciate learning about him and his work. The film short was also powerful and gorgeous.
Oh, if you are going to get into Stephen Jenkinson, have a go with this short video: https://youtu.be/zirBEITCYEI?si=2a0GHPQD_IzkJ-80
I want to go there!
Thank you, Kert, I appreciate your recommendations.
Here’s the other one that is among my faves. His book, Die Wise is transcendent. If you watch either of these brief videos, I’d be interested in your reaction to them. https://youtu.be/Zjm8gWY3etg?si=kW8MTVHtpyg3JUma
I still don't have the words to express what the shorts inspired in me: beauty, wonder, and tears. I need to take time to meditate on it all.
I will be ordering the book. Thank you, Kert, for sharing.
Oh goodness! Let me know when you start reading it—he’s such a unique writer. No pressure, I just love telling people about him and his work.
I'm heading out tomorrow on a road trip, so his book is in my cart. But I just told a friend about him!
I’ll will report back.