Hello distant relatives,
My name is Miguel.
I am new to the Chicago area. I just moved from a lovely and evergreen place, Olympia Washington. Its paradise.
Why'd I leave? because you cant enjoy heaven when there's still people left to help. So here I am.
 Join us as we learn tangible tools for urban sustainability and transformation. This is for the house dweller and the apartment dweller alike... (more)
Homegrown Revolution (2008) is a film short that gives a brief introduction to the Dervaes Family's urban homestead which they call "Path to Freedom." On this tiny city lot, a beautiful and productive oasis was created, producing 6,000 lbs of food annually and is a model of urban sustainability.
Film premiers at the WILD & SCENIC FILM FESTIVAL (Jan 9-11, 2009)
In the interest of getting things moving in Charm City I want to throw out the topic of urban transformation for discussion. Please post any ideas you may have regarding how we can further green our urban lifestyle. What can be done on an individual and social level to facilitate this necessary change?
The first-annual festival of transformative ideas, fascinating presentations, interactive workshops, live music, art, and more. *Schedule Posted!*(more)
"Banish the word 'struggle' from your attitude and your vocabulary. All that we do now must be done in a sacred manner and in celebration.
We are the ones we have been waiting for." — Hopi elders
