Hey, sounds like an amazing experience. Love seeing the photos of you guys (in addition to the landscape) so be sure to keep those coming. Am going to read some about permaculture myself I think as it sounds very interesting. Love, Dan (and Molly who also loves reading the site and seeing the photos).
ps Do you have skype access over there? It would be cool to introduce you to your nephew when he gets here via camera phone…
Very interesting to read about. An illustration of the connectivity of everything, and how disturbing an equilibrium, however well intentioned, can lead to unintended consequences. Reading a book called “Dead Aid” by Dambisa Moyo that makes some interesting similar observations on foreign aid to Africa and unintended consequences. Great photos guys. Can’t wait for the next installment.
So nice to read your postings from Kenya!!! I was impressed by the co-op story: to hear that some good things do happen in this greedy world afterall! I also felt it heartwarming to read about your contribution to the design of the permaculture farm of Richard. I wish I could have joined you there! Your remark on accepting that people will always try to fullfill their own dreams even when based on a bubble is really tough but true. I find it one of the most difficult challenges of human kind: to see that the grass is not greener on the other side… Thanks for sharing it all and good luck! Ilke
“Dead Aid” – a book that touched Anna right before we left. “It should be required reading,” she says, though she’s somewhat skeptical of Moyo’s exaggerated love of the free market. Still, her critique of aid seems right on from where we’re sitting…
Dave and Anna – your stories are incredible and what you are doing is very admirable. I am interested in reading these books you mention and learn more about the world. Are there any specific readings from Edward Goldsmith that you can reccommend? I plan to order “Dead Aid” also. Keep up the writing. I love it.
Hi from Kampala, Jo! We’re glad you like the site! As for Goldsmith – we both read “The Way” and honestly, it changed our lives. It’s pretty dense, but the chapters are small so it’s definitely manageable. He really sets out to build up a new sustainable worldview, and I for one thought it was pretty right-on.
There are lots of other good ecology books out there though, more concrete ones for sure. “The World Without Us” for one, or “The Secret Life of Deer” even – which comes with tons of useful cocktail party information about animals…
Anyway, we’re glad you’re interested! And thanks for reading!
Thanks Charlie – and don’t worry, we’ve already started planning how to kidnap you from your parents and get you on a bike! We picked out some good training wheels and everything, so you just hang in there, we’re coming!
Otherwise, we’re in lovely Hoima, and all is well – we look forward to skyping soon!!!
Hi D&A,
We are following on google world. You guys are really moving! I bet those bike legs are pretty stong at this point. Your nephew is really(!) cute
Love T
Hi Dave, I am now 12 days old. I figure it is about time to start planning my first bike trip so Mum and Dad can get used to the idea early on. One question though, what is a permacycle and how can I get one? Love, your nephew, Charles
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Hey, sounds like an amazing experience. Love seeing the photos of you guys (in addition to the landscape) so be sure to keep those coming. Am going to read some about permaculture myself I think as it sounds very interesting. Love, Dan (and Molly who also loves reading the site and seeing the photos).
ps Do you have skype access over there? It would be cool to introduce you to your nephew when he gets here via camera phone…
Very interesting to read about. An illustration of the connectivity of everything, and how disturbing an equilibrium, however well intentioned, can lead to unintended consequences. Reading a book called “Dead Aid” by Dambisa Moyo that makes some interesting similar observations on foreign aid to Africa and unintended consequences. Great photos guys. Can’t wait for the next installment.
So nice to read your postings from Kenya!!! I was impressed by the co-op story: to hear that some good things do happen in this greedy world afterall! I also felt it heartwarming to read about your contribution to the design of the permaculture farm of Richard. I wish I could have joined you there! Your remark on accepting that people will always try to fullfill their own dreams even when based on a bubble is really tough but true. I find it one of the most difficult challenges of human kind: to see that the grass is not greener on the other side… Thanks for sharing it all and good luck! Ilke
“Dead Aid” – a book that touched Anna right before we left. “It should be required reading,” she says, though she’s somewhat skeptical of Moyo’s exaggerated love of the free market. Still, her critique of aid seems right on from where we’re sitting…
Dave and Anna – your stories are incredible and what you are doing is very admirable. I am interested in reading these books you mention and learn more about the world. Are there any specific readings from Edward Goldsmith that you can reccommend? I plan to order “Dead Aid” also. Keep up the writing. I love it.
Hi from Kampala, Jo! We’re glad you like the site! As for Goldsmith – we both read “The Way” and honestly, it changed our lives. It’s pretty dense, but the chapters are small so it’s definitely manageable. He really sets out to build up a new sustainable worldview, and I for one thought it was pretty right-on.
There are lots of other good ecology books out there though, more concrete ones for sure. “The World Without Us” for one, or “The Secret Life of Deer” even – which comes with tons of useful cocktail party information about animals…
Anyway, we’re glad you’re interested! And thanks for reading!
Charlie is loving the site. Thinking of you guys.
I am loving the site! It lets me know about the amazing world out there. Can’t wait to explore it. Love, your nephew, Charles
Thanks Charlie – and don’t worry, we’ve already started planning how to kidnap you from your parents and get you on a bike! We picked out some good training wheels and everything, so you just hang in there, we’re coming!
Otherwise, we’re in lovely Hoima, and all is well – we look forward to skyping soon!!!
Hi D&A,
We are following on google world. You guys are really moving! I bet those bike legs are pretty stong at this point. Your nephew is really(!) cute
Love T
Hi Dave, I am now 12 days old. I figure it is about time to start planning my first bike trip so Mum and Dad can get used to the idea early on. One question though, what is a permacycle and how can I get one? Love, your nephew, Charles
Also, thank you for the training wheels. They are very tasty!
hi guys I hope you are well, we love you
Tysa
Hey guys, hope to hear from you soon. Love, Charles