Tag - Gardening

The State of our Garden

My sister Morgan stares directly at the sun by Lake Clementine against her better judgement. (Do not attempt at home). Books, films, writing, updates on my life in SacraTomato I’ve been living in my childhood home for the last 2.5 weeks. I always look forward to the intense heat of summers in Sacramento. This June has been unseasonably cool, but now we’re really...

Bye, Synergy

By(e) Sonja Hansen The Synergy swing on the back porch offers a view of an enormous, out of control jasmine plant. Last week, as I was walking upstairs, I saw a friend enter the Synergy kitchen below me. “Hey!” I greeted him, out of sight. “Who’s speaking to me?” He asked, confused by the disembodied voice. “Me! It’s Sonja!” I answered. “God?” He searched. “Where are...

Earthtones Eco-theater Performance — April 22

This event has ended! I have the honor of performing at the annual Earthtones Festival in just a few days! Earthtones is an all-day event highlighting art and performance from students of color under the theme of environmental justice. It takes place on the gorgeous O’Donohue Outdoor Educational Farm (my favorite spot on campus). There will be lots of food...