List Members-
I just got this off my elf list digest. They say not to be afraid of elves nor to demonize them. Yeah, right!
DD
Sat, September 15th: FINAL PREP for
WILD MAGIC GATHERING.
Non-workers must pay $20/day/person for
Saturday. Workers camp free but don't get
paid Elf Bucks.
Sat-Sun, October 6-7 ...... Sat-Sun, October
13-14 ....... Sat-Sun, October 20-21
Sat-Sun, November 3-4 ....... Sat-Sun,
November 10-11 ....... Sat-Sun, November
17-18
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THUNDER VISION AND PROGRESS
We are constructing a MASSIVE 60 foot
diameter concrete and steel DOME over
Thundershrine, built to last at least 500
years! In Spring 2001 we expanded the
existing inner ring, creating a continuous
sitting ledge capable of holding countless
drummers, freeing up more space for the
dancers. After ELF FEST we began
excavating a trench for the dome foundation
and main support pillars. WE NEED YOUR
HELP AT EARTH STEWARD WEEKENDS.
We would like to have the dome framework
finished by the end of 2001 so that we can
begin the process of covering the dome in
Spring 2002. This is a LABOR OF LOVE, a
hands-on demonstration of what folks can do
together when the put their personal
differences and profit motives to the
wayside. We are building a MONUMENT to
outlast ourselves, a message to the future
that COOPERATION works.
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The Elf Lore Family is obviously attempting
to do something beyond the liberal or
conservative norm. Consider us to be
somewhere in the middle, where the heart is.
This is a sacred place. We were guided to
establish Lothlorien on this particular piece
of ground.
We believe that other people, if they listen to
their green heart, will be drawn to establish
nature sanctuaries in more and more
locations. We are here to accelerate
evolution; not to indulge ourselves in hollow
habit and occult elitism. Let us bring the
hidden into the light. Let us learn what we
can and move on with the task of placing
more land in circle holding, protected from
the ravages of a rampaging civilization.
Don't be afraid of or demonize the elves or
the friends of the elves: the Elendil. You can
be a positive planet steward too, no matter
where you live. Grow green everywhere.
That is of utmost importance. When nature
thrives, we do too. Then the elves are
pleased.
The elves are not happy with extremists on
either end of the radical/reactionary
spectrum. We do not believe in too simple
answers. Nature is organic, a mix of the
elements, a balance of complex forms and
forces. Each person must find the hub, the
nexus point, alone and establish a personal
connection and vital link to the source and
manifestation of life. No one can find the
center for you. Yet, it cannot be done
without first facing the shadow. We have to
accept and correct our failings before we can
save ourselves from Mordor, the land of
dark shades.
The elves are asking us to take off our
human blinders, to let the starlight in. Look
to the sun. See how it energizes Earth.
Follow the moon cycles. Notice how they
affect plant growth, tides, and emotions. The
planets move us too. And, we move them.
Everything connects to everything in the
Web of Life. It is our job to facilitate that
connection . . . at the core . . . through the
heart.
As we move closer to the end of an age, and
further into the creation of a better way, we
ask our friends to be at peace with each
other and the world. Avoid unnecessary
battles. Stay out of the negative rumor mill.
Choose no scapegoat to blame for your
placement and position in life. We are all
struggling here, trying to be free and alive,
doing the best that we can with what we've
got. And, it is never enough to please
everyone. That's why we need more
sanctuaries, held in common trust, each with
its particular flavor, operated by consensus
circles, doing service for the wider
community and the life source at the core ...
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Terry Ryan Kok - scientist, ecotechnician, wizard
Elf Lore Family ELDER - Sanctuary Rock facilitator
Green CELSS Task Force focalizer
Starlight Technology: (812) 275-0694
[email protected]