Crucial Conversations | Vital Smarts
In building a cooperative community, the ability to communicate becomes very important. Being aware of personal processes and how the...
Resolving the Heart of Conflict | Arbinger Institute
So important to family, community and global harmony is the conscious ability to see the factors in resolving conflict. Jim Ferrell in...
Studying Cooperatives--Mondragon
In contemplating the economic aspects of our adventure, I've been studying cooperative structures around the world and this one offers...


Finding Purpose in Life
How will you find your purpose in life? It is a gratifying and inspired place to be, when you find that place where everything comes...
Why is this Website called, "A State of Grace?"
Every once in a while someone asks me why I call this venture, "A State of Grace." Truthfully, it just came to me one day as I was...
What is Permaculture?
As I speak to people in my travels, many ask, "What is Permaculture?" Some know of the various techniques by other names, but as Bill...


Thoughts About North American Permaculture Convergence 2014
It was “a spur of the moment” kind of thing, the decision to attend this conference. I had only heard about it recently, and felt an...


The first-ever North American Permaculture Convergence.
We are excited to participate in this grand auspicious occasion. The North American Permaculture Convergence will help to connect and...
Concept and Credits: A State of Grace
The concept of a State of Grace has a history going back several years. Like many people of "middle age," I found myself facing some...