How We Live Now with Katherine May
Camille T. Dungy on unearthing histories
Dec 15, 2023
Camille T. Dungy, author, discusses gardens as a means of social control and conformity. They explore the complexity of the relationship between Black Americans and nature, subtle exclusionary behavior, creating a garden bed as a reflection of grief, and the challenges of balancing motherhood and writing.
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- Gardens can be a form of social control and conformity, but also a symbol of freedom and solidarity that spans generations.
- The traditional notions of beauty and aesthetics in gardening need to be challenged to create spaces that support biodiversity and non-human ecosystems.
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Learning patience through gardening
The book explores the importance of patience in various aspects of life, including gardening, motherhood, and anti-oppression work. The author reflects on how the process of gardening taught her the value of patience and the need to trust the natural progression of things. She also discusses how being patient with oneself is crucial in the process of learning and growth.
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