The Earth and the fullness therein -

Welcome to The Crown Apothecary course this is a brief glimpse of some of the tea house topics to enjoy more of these tea house rotations join here for extra credit!Listen here - Florida’s once plentiful fruit trees have largely vanished from both urban and rural areas due to destructive plant diseases, urban expansion, and stringent Homeowners Association (HOA) regulations. Nevertheless, the state’s lush tropical climate continues to produce remarkable summer yields, which is why your patience has been rewarded with fresh, delectable watermelon. Upon my initial arrival in the sunbelt, my foremost inquiry was regarding the absence of fruit trees. I do not refer to Florida as Florida; instead, I call it the sunbelt, as this is where I expected the most bountiful harvests to occur. This is why I envisioned needing a belt to secure the wealth of fruits and harvests that I anticipated would be present here. Unfortunately, I was unable to find any fruit trees, which I had expected to see abundantly upon my arrival in Florida. As a herbivore, I believed this location would be ideal for me, especially considering that my melanin necessitates consistent sunlight. Discovering that all the fruit trees had been removed was disheartening, leading me to question their whereabouts. I essentially lived as a snowbird, returning north for most of the summer. Recently, I chose to extend my stay for a few additional months, and during this time, I noticed that the harvest began to arrive, starting with the exquisite watermelon. After just one taste of this delightful watermelon, I resolved to remain for the entire summer!Inheriting the earth has also led me to recognize the accompanying responsibility, which compels us to act as advocates for her. We must raise our voices and acknowledge the actions that have been taken, which require rectification. Will you commit your voice, your hands, and your resources to support the earth’s desire for peace? God is the architect, and His son, the carpenter, represents the true masons who required no assistance from humanity. Humans were meant to relish the earth’s bounty, not to slaughter its creatures, nearly driving them to extinction and instilling fear in some. Many animals now find themselves constrained by ropes around their necks, rather than walking freely and enjoying the sustenance that the earth generously provides for all. No individual was meant to assume superiority over another, exploiting others as mere livestock or food. We were designed to share, to give, and to maintain the earth in a respectful state of cleanliness. Yet, I pose this question: what has transpired? For those of us who have inherited the earth with such levity, this may be our final opportunity to express our views before a more powerful voice intervenes. Where are the fruits of our labor? Release the animals from their restraints and liberate them from your so-called entertainment venues and zoos. This realm was originally the animal kingdom. At what point in creation was it decreed that you could imprison and exploit living beings for your own selfish purposes? This issue was previously addressed through the lens of slavery, yet it persists. Not only have you seized control of the animal kingdom, but you have also encroached upon the planetary kingdom. Did this not all originate in the garden? I implore you to reflect on when you will abandon your malevolent ways!My sheep know my voice …. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit criticalthinkingfreecourse.substack.com