I also didn’t take many photos (except of my friend Kate's incredibly huge cauliflower she brought from the farm. I was so impressed I also did a panorama video of it lol). My sister Elise also took lots of videos of us line dancing which was hosted by my other sister Georgia (
@_knockinboots on instagram - check her out!) —what an absolute ball! I'll share them here as well 😅
I think my favorite part of the whole weekend was the connection with all the people I’ve come to know online, who, in person, honestly feel like family.
I had a pretty stressful few weeks leading up to the event—some very scary near-misses (semi near death experiences) with horses, a lot of rescheduling and plan changes that felt like a full-time job, and a death in the family. I was anticipating feeling quite fatigued after a two-day drive to the festival, followed by lots of talking, camping, and all the activities, and then a two-day drive back. But I have to say, I felt like my entire system relaxed. It was like a central nervous system reset. While I think the land we were on played a huge part in that (it was BEAUTIFUL!), I actually believe it was the people, the community, and the love that made it.
I’ve been saying that community is key since 2020, but now I feel it that truth to my core. It is the antidote to many of the issues we face today. The greatest challenge, I think, is still being authentic—individuated, remaining your true self without compromising for dogma, stereotypes, or belief systems—and finding a sense of belonging. Easier said then done I know but I have a feeling this may be one of the greatest lessons of this next era. True individuality thrives not in isolation but in the context of a community that respects and values each individuals uniqueness and unique contributions.
I am very grateful to the LFM for having the vision for it and making it happen! If you didn't get there this time, I highly recommend you do if they put it on again next year!! ❤️
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