{"id":37106,"date":"2024-11-27T00:01:21","date_gmt":"2024-11-27T05:01:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/beyondpesticides.org\/dailynewsblog\/?p=37106"},"modified":"2024-11-27T09:27:19","modified_gmt":"2024-11-27T14:27:19","slug":"a-beyond-pesticides-giving-of-thanks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/beyondpesticides.org\/dailynewsblog\/2024\/11\/a-beyond-pesticides-giving-of-thanks\/","title":{"rendered":"A Beyond Pesticides Giving of Thanks"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">(<em>Beyond Pesticides<\/em>, November 27 &#8211; December 1, 2024) This Thanksgiving, as we navigate a new chapter in our nation\u2019s history, the staff and board of Beyond Pesticides are honored and thankful to partner with and support those leading campaigns, from small to large, that are essential to our livable future. Local communities are where change happens, creating examples of practical solutions for the nation and world. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We believe deeply in the power of people and organizations<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, armed with scientific information and models for change, to push for the adoption of organic practices and policies\u2014from local to global\u2014that ensure that we, and our children, will have the future we envision and are working to achieve.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We recognize the difficult work of changing the status quo<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u2014dependency on practices and products that harm people and contaminate the ecosystems on which life depends\u2014in the face of existential health, biodiversity, and climate crises.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We know that the critical importance of elevating diverse voices<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u2014from scientists, advocates, victims of chemical exposure, those disproportionately affected, land managers and practitioners, to responsible corporations calling for the urgent phaseout of petrochemical pesticides and fertilizers\u2014to the prevention of catastrophic collapse of the natural systems that sustain life.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">From the opportunity to join together with inspiring leaders this fall <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beyondpesticides.org\/programs\/national-pesticide-forum\/2024-national-forum-series\/session-recordings-and-materials\">during the Forum<\/a>, to partnering with dozens of communities across the country to see our organic land management projects come to life in parks, playing fields, and open and public spaces, our appreciation of local changemakers who seek to protect the earth through their tireless efforts to advance the organic solution in their local communities cannot be overstated. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In this spirit, we celebrate for a second year a Thanksgiving Address and prayer (the Oh\u00e8n:ton Karihwat\u00e9hkwen) of the Haudenosaunee (also known as the Iroquois Confederacy or Six Nations\u2014Mohawk, Oneida, Cayuga, Onondaga, Seneca, and Tuscarora) that reflects their relationship to the Earth by giving thanks for life and the world around them. It is a prayer that is appropriate at any time, but especially on a holiday celebrating the abundance of the Earth\u2019s gifts.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Translated more literally, Oh\u00e8n:ton Karihwat\u00e9hkwen is \u201cwhat we say before we do anything important.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As you read this prayer, please choose actions to protect our relationship with the natural world and her inhabitants. Beyond Pesticides thanks all of you for your support!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The People<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Today we have gathered and we see that the cycles of life continue. We have been given the duty to live in balance and harmony with each other and all living things. So now, we bring our minds together as one as we give greetings and thanks to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/secure.everyaction.com\/ugFTPLJBpU-ZCn0kGyZAxQ2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">each other as people<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Now our minds are one.\u202f\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Earth Mother<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We are all thankful to our Mother, the Earth, for she gives us all that we need for life. She supports our feet as we walk about upon her. It gives us joy that she continues to care for us as she has from the beginning of time. To <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/secure.everyaction.com\/805JBhBzGEedBHrdNDvV8g2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">our mother<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, we send greetings and thanks.\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Now our minds are one.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Waters<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We give thanks to all the waters of the world for quenching our thirst and providing us with strength. Water is life. We know its power in many forms- waterfalls and rain, mists and streams, rivers and oceans. With one mind, we send greetings and thanks to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/secure.everyaction.com\/0ODFjqqpn0-V27011nT6Ww2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">spirit of Water<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Now our minds are one.\u202f\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Fish<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We turn our minds to all the Fish life in the water. They were instructed to cleanse and purify the water. They also give themselves to us as food. We are grateful that we can still find pure water. So, we turn now to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/secure.everyaction.com\/JxS5r7YzL0elAdd2trrNbg2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Fish<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> and send our greetings and thanks.\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Now our minds are one.\u202f\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Plants<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Now we turn toward the vast fields of Plant life. As far as the eye can see, the Plants grow, working many wonders. They sustain many life forms. With our minds gathered together, we give thanks and look forward to seeing <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/secure.everyaction.com\/uWnGmU57dUa9VdAZg8pKTw2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Plant life<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> for many generations to come.\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Now our minds are one.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Food Plants<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With one mind, we turn to honor and thank all the Food Plants we harvest from the garden. Since the beginning of time, the grains, vegetables, beans, and berries have helped the people survive. Many other living things draw strength from them too. We gather all the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/secure.everyaction.com\/LAIA1cH5G02lQgIM082uQA2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Plant Foods<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> together as one and send them a greeting of thanks.\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Now our minds are one.\u202f\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Medicine Herbs<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Now we turn to all the Medicine herbs of the world. From the beginning they were instructed to take away sickness. They are always waiting and ready to heal us. We are happy there are still among us those special few who remember how to use these plants for healing. With one mind, we send greetings and thanks to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/secure.everyaction.com\/aGjm4fN4Y0CfcpUrYAJLSw2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Medicines and to the keepers of the Medicines<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Now our minds are one.\u202f<\/em><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Animals<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We gather our minds together to send greetings and thanks to all the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/secure.everyaction.com\/uWnGmU57dUa9VdAZg8pKTw2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Animal<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> life in the world. They have many things to teach us as people. We are honored by them when they give up their lives so we may use their bodies as food for our people. We see them near our homes and in the deep forests. We are glad they are still here and we hope that it will always be so.\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Now our minds are one.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Trees<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We now turn our thoughts to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/secure.everyaction.com\/efPRhIYcO0m9OGLg8BPwfg2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Trees<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. The Earth has many families of Trees who have their own instructions and uses. Some provide us with shelter and shade, others with fruit, beauty and other useful things. Many people of the world use a Tree as a symbol of peace and strength. With one mind, we greet and thank the Tree life.\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Now our minds are one.\u202f\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Birds<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We put our minds together as one and thank all the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beyondpesticides.org\/action-of-the-week?showyear=2024#maintext\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Birds<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> who move and fly about over our heads. The Creator gave them beautiful songs. Each day they remind us to enjoy and appreciate life. The Eagle was chosen to be their leader. To all the Birds-from the smallest to the largest-we send our joyful greetings and thanks.\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Now our minds are one.\u202f\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Four Winds<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We are all thankful to the powers we know as the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/secure.everyaction.com\/VT5q2cnnYkGsIq5ynkYVUA2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Four Winds<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. We hear their voices in the moving air as they refresh us and purify the air we breathe. They help us to bring the change of seasons. From the four directions they come, bringing us messages and giving us strength. With one mind, we send our greetings and thanks to the Four Winds.\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Now our minds are one.\u202f\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beyondpesticides.org\/give\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/beyondpesticides.org\/dailynewsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/6.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1054\" height=\"301\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Virtually every aspect of our lives and that which sustains us are shared\u2014the air we breathe, the water we drink, the parks where we walk and our children play, the biodiversity that nurtures life, and the intricate balance of nature (plus, the beauty and amazement it offers us).<\/p>\n<p>Beyond the shared Thanksgiving meal, this holiday season is an opportunity to explore shared thinking and action on what we can do together with our families, communities, elected and local governmental officials, health care providers, teachers, and farmers\u2014how we can work to build this universal organic solution even when we hear rhetoric that denies the urgency of the existential threats.<\/p>\n<p>We are working for holistic change in food production and land management\u2014from farms to homes, gardens, parks, playing fields, and schools. We are building on a foundation for this change that we helped create. And now, we are taking this work to the next level, calling for and working toward the universal adoption of organic practices in communities and on farms.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Our team trusts that we share this <a href=\"https:\/\/bp-dc.org\/2024-thanksgiving-letter?emci=c400873d-e5a8-ef11-88d0-6045bdd62db6&amp;emdi=ea000000-0000-0000-0000-000000000001&amp;ceid={{ContactsEmailID}}\">vision for a sustainable future with you<\/a>.<\/strong> Please consider a donation to Beyond Pesticides this holiday season. Your support is of tremendous value and deeply appreciated!\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Please consider a gift on our secure website at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beyondpesticides.org\/give\">bp-dc.org\/give2024<\/a><\/strong>. Your support of any size makes a tremendous difference! <em>*Now featuring Apple Pay on our contribution page!<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>&#x27a1;&#xfe0f; <a href=\"https:\/\/email.everyaction.com\/EmailMessage\/PreviewMessage\/c300873d-e5a8-ef11-88d0-6045bdd62db6\">Click here<\/a> to read a personal Thanksgiving message from Jay Feldman, executive director!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>All unattributed positions and opinions in this piece are those of Beyond Pesticides.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beyondpesticides.org\/resources\/picture-page\/photography\">Art page<\/a> highlight!<\/strong> Our thanks to Margaret from Orlando, Florida for sharing her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beyondpesticides.org\/resources\/picture-page\/photography#:~:text=%22Appalachian%20Ridge%20(Green%20Mountain%2C%20NC)%22\">photo<\/a>, &#8220;Appalachian Ridge (Green Mountain, NC).&#8221;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>(Beyond Pesticides, November 27 &#8211; December 1, 2024) This Thanksgiving, as we navigate a new chapter in our nation\u2019s history, the staff and board of Beyond Pesticides are honored and thankful to partner with and support those leading campaigns, from small to large, that are essential to our livable future. 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