Dear TOK Society,

 

  There is lots happening in the build up to the conference this week. Because of that, and because of the feedback I received from my lovely wife that the first Tour of the Garden was a bit “dense” for an email attachment, I have shifted my game plan. Rather than proceeding to complete four episodes, including diving into some of the symbolism and other aspects of the Garden, I am shifting my game plan. Instead, I am offering the first attachment here as Episode II to wrap up my Tour, at least for the time being. Perhaps I will resume it after the Conference. Indeed, it might be a useful time, after all the cool conversations and presentations.

 

  The attached Episode II is much more basic than the first episode. Titled Why It All Matters, it is a two page essay on why I am so passionate about this endeavor. (Thanks to my friend, Craig Shealy, for suggesting I focus my message on this crucial aspect of the work. And thanks to my daughter Sydney, whose reflections this weekend served as the stimulus for me to frame my own message why this all matters so much to me.)

 

  Since a number of folks have recently been added to this list, I am also attaching the first Episode of the Tour, and a Glossary of Terms that define key elements of the UTUA Garden/Worldview. All that will be explained in due course.

 

I hope everyone is well. I hope those who are coming have safe travels.

 

See you all soon!

Best,

Gregg

 

 

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Gregg Henriques, Ph.D.
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