we exist together.

summer solstice

longest day

shortest night

tomorrow

begins

its slow reversal

enjoy every minute

of today

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“humans are vulnerable and rely on the kindnesses of the earth and the sun; we exist together in a sacred field of meaning.”

-joy harjo

*Joy Harjo, (1951) is an internationally renowned poet, musician, playwright, and author. She is a citizen of the Muscogee Nation and made history as the first Native American to serve as the United States Poet Laureate, holding the prestigious position for three terms from 2019 to 2022.

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lake superior, marquette, michigan, usa