Hello to all,
I have been lurking around this forum and ic.org for a few years, joined a few online classes & events and had a few discussions through email and Zoom, but now I am ready for action. The “normal” life that is expected of me and society tells me I should want feels shallow, grating, and not enough. I think the solution is community and nature. I am looking for people who share my world view and are ready to purchase land and create something more. I envision a place where members have their own small homes, but there is a large community building where we can have meetings, guest speakers, classes, art, music, and a community library. It could also have work stations that remote workers and digital nomads can use while they come stay with us for a while, or forever. Rooms in the main community house can be for guest speakers/teachers to stay. Van lifers can stay on the property and use the community building to work, use the restroom, attend classes/events, use the library, etc.. I want a large garden that we work on together, but people could also have their own small gardens if they want. I have found a property in Northern California that might work, but I need help with figuring out the legal stuff and founding members to contribute their time and money to purchase it and execute the vision. There are clearly many details to work out. I have money to contribute. The property has one large main house and several other cabins and a yurt on over 40 acres. Diversity in ages and ethnicity and background is desired, but I do have a few core ethics that we should agree on:
-Vegetarianism (Vegan accommodating). This means no raising animals to eat, no hunting, no leather crafts.
-Guided by a foundation in Progressive Christian faith. This means we look to the life and words of Jesus as an example, but are very left leaning (Anti-Capitalist, feminist, anti-racist, etc). Belief in prayer, and we pray for each other. If you have questions about this, I am open to answering.
-Truly kind and respectful to each other and wherever we are in our life/health journey. Respect for any introverted or neurodivergent traits in each other.
-Interest and commitment to live simply in a way that honors the earth and all its inhabitants. Interest in Permaculture/growing food.
-Curious mind and interest in lifelong learning.
-Use of natural medicine whenever possible, but ok with modern medicine when needed (including vaccines).
-Willing to give your time, physical labor, and money to make this happen.
-Desire to live a life of service to each other and the earth. Help each other when needed (with projects on their homes or in the community areas, taking care of their animals or plants while they are traveling, bringing food and medicine when someone is sick, etc..)
Of course there is a lot more, but I have thought about what the basic things I am looking for in people to create this life with, and these are it. If this sounds like you (or you are at least open to it) and you are interested, please let me know and we can email or zoom separately to discuss.
If that’s not you, that is cool, I still love you. Please do not reply with something rude though.
About me- Single mom of an 18 year old (who will probably be with me part time) in my 40s. Educated and travelled. Currently work in social services.
Free Palestine.