Wonderings... The art of not knowing...

And, by not knowing, one is free to delight and to experience a magical sense of awe at the most commonplace comings and goings of their world. And, by not knowing, one is ready to fearlessly question and to explore with wild abandon the amazing connections and fascinating spaces between everyday happenings. And, by not knowing, one is open to that sanctuary within which provides enough companionship and guidance required for the journey. And, by not knowing, one is open to listening... And by not knowing, one is empty and available to wonder.

Wonderings is an opportunity in which provides opportunities for fellow lifelong learners, whether they are child or adult, to experience an authentic way of living, a visionary way of seeing, and a purposeful way of being in the world.

Key components of wondering:

A sense of adventure where no one wants to be left behind,

A sense of place where time serves the moment,

A sense of discovery where one's personal voice is reflected through creating writing,
imaginative art possibilities, and something not thought of yet,

A sense of making the acquaintance of others who...

And a sense of commitment where a priority is to provide space big enough for any sized idea to take root or to fly.

Wonderings began as a journey for middle school aged children. The more their stories were told, the more adults said, " What about me?" Personal space and time are crucial to being able to experience wonder.

Each Wondering is theme-based

The theme provides a focus around which an experience is created. The experience then seeks expand awareness and offer an opportunity for participants to understand the riches that can be found right in their own backyards, so that once the program is over, they are able to see their community and the members within it in a new light. In a world that seems to promote isolation, creating communities whether it is talking over coffee, working over a garden bed, listening to someone share their passion eases those deeply felt feelings of feeling alone. So, Week 1 sets out to introduce, initiate, and inform about how the theme relates to them locally.

This summer's program was based on an exploration of the beauty and magnificence of the horse.(link)

Other programs might include such themes as:

Finding One's Way: A Journey of Maps and Me and Taos;
On the Trail of the Churro: A journey of the importance of the Churro Sheep to the rich cultures of the Hispanic and Navajo people
Steed Families: A journey of Seed Families and Their Desire to Grow. (better title needed)

Most of the above programs are located/but not limited to the Four Corners area, Utah, New Mexico, Colorado, and Arizona.

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