Dear Friends,
“You may not always have a comfortable life and you will not always be able to solve all of the world’s problems at once but don’t ever underestimate the importance you can have, because history has shown us that courage can be contagious, and hope can take on a life of its own.” ~Michelle Obama

As a kid, I was confused by the Old Testament practice of “jubilee” – every 50th year debts were forgiven, slaves were freed, and ancestral lands were returned to their original owners. Why would we have to wait 50 years, I wondered?


Once Upon a Forest: A Twig Poet's Rewilding Journey



“Part manifesto, part how-to guide, Joyspan proves that internal strength is as critical as external fitness. Filled with both perspective-shifting strategies and troubleshooting for the specific challenges of aging—including caregiving, dementia, unexpected diagnoses, isolation, uncoupling via death or divorce, financial concerns, and more— this book is an essential resource for a generation looking for a better way to grow older—and to help our aging parents do the same."

Join me in support of the InterUrban ArtHouse!


Quiet high schooler paints portraits of classmates before graduating


It’s wood duck jump day!

What are we going to do to make it so? Joy
Joy Zimmerman is a folk and acoustic roots singer-songwriter who creates community through music. Her latest album, Where the Light Lives, debuted at #6 on the Folk Alliance International Chart, adding to a growing list of accolades and awards. A multi-instrumentalist with a rich, clear voice, Joy blends insightful songwriting, fiddle tunes, and storytelling into performances that leave a lasting impact. Dani Goodband of Lakeside Music calls her “a show any host would line up to present.” joyzimmermanmusic.com
