10/08: Our Dream

IMAGINE ... ... a secluded several acres at the foot of the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, near Denver.

A small section of woods shelters deer, rabbits and other woodland creatures. An orchard we've planted produces beautiful apples, cherries, pears, almonds... and more! Walnut trees tower over the bayberry bushes and berry brambles. Honey-bees buzz on by, intent on their mission to create a loving elixir of nutrition and sweetness. The sound of goats, miniature cows and chickens permeate the sounds of children's laughter. Small fields of cotton, corn, and wheat wave in the breeze. Bright red dots dark green of gardens where tomatoes grow prolifically, surrounded by squashes, greens, peppers, beans, and more. Greenhouses produce organic and fresh produce, even in the blustery Colorado winter.

In the midst of these greenhouses is the common building made from energy-efficient straw-bale or monolithic dome where our family and guests gather for fellowship, huge homegrown meals, dances, musical jams, game-time, and where we and our guests enjoy green living.

Nearby, an herb-and-meditation garden creates a calming atmosphere where one can sit and think, listen to the breeze, and enjoy a partner's company.

A homemade playground provides our children with hours of shaded fun, fresh air and exercise. It's obvious we and our guests love and care for our children, believing strongly in guiding them to live the core values of honesty, awareness and responsibility. We also encourage them to BE themselves, and to explore their gifts and interests.

This is our dream. What about you ... do you also have this dream? Of living with the land and providing for basic needs? Of running an off-the-beaten-path retreat for like-minded people? If you are interested in making this dream a reality, e-mail us for more information. We will need people with all kinds of gifts: weaving, farming, animal husbandry, carpentry, etc.

Vikki http://www.newviewgroupllc.com/