Farm Fresh News - March 2020
In this issue:

It's what's inside! Vietnamese Spring Rolls, a perfect vehicle for raw food!
Dear Friends, Recently a member of the community asked the question, "What would be on your list of the 7 Wonders of The Farm," and it was interesting to see what various folks among us came up with. Some things where somewhat abstract, like The Farm Midwives, or ver y broad, like Big Swan Headwaters Preserve adjacent to the community. My list consisted of things that someone might try to see during a visit. I hope you have the opportunity to check them out in person!
 
Namaste y’all!
Douglas
7 Wonders for The Farm Visitor
 
  1. The "House" and Horse Barn – The original buildings that were here when the property was purchased.
     
  2. The Dome – recycled trusses from a warehouse in Columbia. 
    Arches from recycled steel, scrapped from telephone equipment racks from Leoma, TN.

     
  3. The Farm Store – Our oldest community building – Octagonal, former food distribution center from the communal days.

     
  4. The Solar School – The largest passive solar building in the state.

    The Farm Solar School has become an iconic landmark for the community.
     
  5. The Clinic – a former church picked up and moved here, home of The Farm Midwifery Center
     
  6. The Devil’s Backbone

    A ridgeline, sometimes as narrow as a few feet, with a creek on either side. A great place to sit a spell!
     
  7. The Farm Swimmin' Hole

Note: there are times of the year when the Swimmin' Hole is drained for cleaning out leaves, etc.
 
Honorable mentions:
8. Heart of The Farm Confluence

The point where a feeder creek intersects with Cox Branch.
 
A special spot, on the left side of the heart lies 1000 acres of The Farm that is uninhabited and has no development. To the right, all of the people, dwellings and infrastructure. It is located a little of the beaten path, not easily accessible by the general public.
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Dances of Universal Peace in Chattanooga!
Our goal is to make this a monthly dance!

March 21, a Friday, from 7 to 9:30 PM
 
Movement Arts Collective
3813 Dayton BLVD
Red Bank, TN 37415
Dances in Atlanta March 14
Chantlanta is a huge kirtan festival in downtown Atlanta.  Our workshop will be happening on SATURDAY MARCH 14 @ 11:45am in the Church at Ponce and Highland, 1085 Ponce de Leon Ave NE 30306  Click here to register for a workshop or  Contact me for details!
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Awakening Journey
Opening the Doors to your Inner Knowing

Taking the time for introspection, seeking guidance, through the wisdom of nature.
Self-care and nuturing bodywork, meditation and music, connection to heart and soul,
Awakening Journey, March 27-29, 2020
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Vietnamese Spring Rolls
There has been an expression on The Farm. Maybe you use it too, that is, the word "vehicle" in reference to food. For example, a slice of bread is a vehicle for peanut butter, a tortilla, a vehicle for beans and other fixin's. Think of Vietnamese Rice Wraps as a vehicle for just about anything! But they are especially great for getting more raw food into your diet. I am not a raw foodie, but I do believe there are benefits for incorporating raw food, for the vitamins, the enzymes. as well as the roughage.
 
With Vietnamese Spring Rolls, while the rice paper itself is not raw, the variety if vegetables you can put inside are virtually endless and up to your imaginations. Of course, you are not limited to raw vegies. I also like to put strips of fried tofu or tempeh inside mine as well.
 
Here are some step by step images to get you going.
 

You'll find the rice paper wraps available in the oriental food section of most groceries.
First, dip the wrap in warm water. I put the water in a frying pan just slightly larger than the wrap.
It immediately turns soft and almost transparent.
 

Arrange your vegies. Be sure to leave some space for folding over the ends of the wrap.
I have shredded carrot, beet, sliced red cabbage, avocado, red pepper, and to top it off, some lettuce and cilantro from the garden. Carefully lift the wrap off your surface (a damp cutting board works well - It won't stick!). Fold the sides over.
 

Fold the ends over, and then begin rolling. Keep the insides tight and firm.

The secret to the flavor in a spring roll is the sauce. Above, peanut sauce to the left, plum sauce on the right.
In the middle, pickled ginger! A huge yum!
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 Bernie and Douglas in Mexico
Dances of Universal Peace on The Farm with Bernie Heideman April 3-5
There is a reason Bernie is one of the most popular dance leaders in the world.
His original dances are powerful, with wonderful meoildies and abundant spirit!
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I hope you'll make the effort to take a firsthand look at The Farm during one of my GreenLife Retreat Weekends, and that it will inspire you to pursue your dreams and find your chosen path!
 
Speaking Engagements
At the same time, I recognize that I can reach a lot more people if I go outside the community. One of my goals is to speak at colleges and universities where I can talk to young people about Right Livelihood, Service, and Finding Sanity in an Insane World. This is a time when people need to hear an uplifting message of hope.
 
If you are part of an organization, event, or school (or you just want to learn more about my life's work), I invite you to visit my web site www.douglasstevenson.com, where you'll find information on my lecture topics and how to bring me to speak in your area.
 Thank you for your interest, and your support. I hope to see you down the road.
 
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My wife Deborah is one of the primary midwives practicing on The Farm right now. She is also a teacher with the midwifery workshops and our College of Traditional Midwifery. If you, a friend, or family member are considering a midwifery assisted birth, I encourage you to visit her web site and check out her podcast.
 
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www.awakeningbirth.org - the Web Site
www.awakening birth.net - The Podcast 
Her birth resource web sites for families seeking guidance on subjects such as
  • Choosing a Care Provider.
  • Health and Diet
  • Challenges and Complications
  • and much more!
  • The Awakening Birth podcast is now available on iTunes or at www.awakeningbirth.net
Please spread the word to anyone in your circle who is thinking of having a baby, expecting, to your favorite midwife, or care provider. Please like us and give us a good review on iTunes. It helps!
 
 
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