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To be reminded of death
is to be reminded of life.

Grief, so precious, so tender.
She moves with unapologetic grace
she comes without warning.

She carries with her
a gentle fierceness.
The sound of her voice
can move mountains.
She doesn’t even know her power
it lives in her the way a flame lives in fire.

She moves like a storm,
sweeping away all the broken sediment
the attachments, the old wounds,
the comforts we cling to
just to feel safe.

Witnessing her
is like watching a phoenix
rise from the ashes,
teaching us to alchemize our pain,
making way for fresh life.

Many shy away,
unable to withstand her brilliance,
How do you hold
that which cannot be contained?

She cannot be convinced or restrained.
You can’t reason your way through her depths.
She can only be felt.

When she arrives,
everything slows,
and what is essential
becomes undeniable.

Only an unguarded heart
can traverse her portal
and find the medicine inside her storm.

It takes a body willing to soften,
to break open,
to receive the alchemy she brings.

You must be present to feel her
Raw.
Stripped.
Vulnerable.
Surrendered.
Willing to let her in.

I feel her move through me.
She humbles me deeply,
reminding me of my own mortality,
my own fragile humanity,
clearing away any guardedness,
making room for openness.

Allowing me to feel
the deep connection with
the trees,
the earth,
the sun,
the flowers,
the smile of a stranger,
the laughter of a child.

She invites me to wake up
to the ever-changing nature of this existence.
She clears the path for gratitude,
reverence for this life,
the full spectrum of the gift
of the human experience.

Inspired by my dear friend Jess,
and in tender remembrance of her father

We’re excited to invite you to the debut of Roots&Rhythm, a joyful evening of movement, music, and community held in honor of Christie Walker’s 5 years of sobriety. 🧡A journey of deep healing, fearless love, and radiant joy.

Christie is the founder of The Intersection: Where Community Creativity & Healing Meet and NeurodiverCity, Inc., Inc, a passionate community builder, sober advocate, and devoted supporter of local artists. From singer-songwriters to community creatives, she uplifts voices and helps bring their gifts into the world.

Christie shows up with genuine care and heartfelt sincerity that welcomes others as they are, a reflection of her deep care for people and her devotion to collective healing. She creates inclusive, nurturing spaces with compassion and clarity, guided by a strong connection to community and a love that’s truly fearless.

Her journey with health and healing is woven into every bite of the Clean Eats she’ll be offering at this event. Her food is medicine, made with intention and heart. If you’ve never had the pleasure, you’re in for a real treat. Her meals feel like a hug from the inside out.

Join us in community, in rhythm, and in celebration of a woman whose light continues to nourish so many.

When Pain Arises, It’s an Invitation to Lean In
I had a tender moment earlier where I felt myself leaning into something vulnerable—and it felt scary. My first instinct was to turn away; it felt too big, too overwhelming to face. As I reflected, I realized the fear wasn’t from the vulnerability itself but from the worry of being overwhelmed by my inner critic. In turning away from that fear, I was unintentionally turning away from the part of me that needed the most care- my inner child.
When we feel pain, we can pause and recognize it as a signal to remember, “there’s a part of me that needs support right now.” Instead of turning away, we can gently lean in with care and tenderness. Imagine yourself as a young child when approaching these inner vulnerabilities—offering openness, warmth, and a compassionate space where all feelings are welcome.
I’d love to know if this resonates with you. What has challenged or supported you in remembering to turn towards yourself, rather than away, during those tender moments?