Over the 30+ years I ran non-profit cultural organizations, I was always struck by this apparent bifurcation between the immediate needs that feed the body and the ones that feed the soul. We need both. Yes, food and shelter are key. But to be a human being we need more. We need community, joy, beauty, and a way to express ourselves.

Elise BernhardtDecember 1, 2020#spirituality, #flowers, #hookartsmedia, #lohm, #givingtuesday, #Dance/nyc, #Campshutaf, #wnyc, #brianlehrer, #lajornada, #community, #joy

Home, Borders, and Fall

I generally write here about flowers and flower design in different contexts. This piece may seem a bit off the usual theme although, in my classes I always talk about the importance of “the container” and spiritual practice. So I suppose, this missive is in keeping with my core concerns. I hope you’ll let me know.

Elise BernhardtSeptember 29, 2020#spirituality, home, homelessness, architecture, design, f, floral design, sukkah, sukkot, harvest