Internet Image We bought our new water tank direct from the JoJo factory in Glencoe. (See the post Wind and Water ) Besides saving money it was a very interesting experience. To be at the origin of this well-known South African product that can be seen all over the country. We were guided through the plant and in the yard where we selected our tank by a very helpful young man. The more we asked questions about the tanks and the work they do in general, the more passionate he became. By sharing the information and showing us around, it was as if a deep sense of dignity was stirred inside him. He felt rightfully proud about the important job they were doing in this half-forgotten small Kwazulu-Natal town. I agree with David Whyte. This is not the Information Age. Loaves and Fishes This is not the age of information. This is not the age of information. Forget the news, and the radio, and the blurred screen. This is the time of loaves and fishe...
The Restory is a Retreat Centre nestled against Tafelkop, a singular mountain head near Wakkerstroom, South Africa. Here we live a simple life as contemplatives. It is a place of re-connection: with ourselves, people, Nature, Silence and Creativity. Our retreats are aimed at this. Our conversations, writing and art centre around the univocity of life. We need a place that reminds us that we are all one. The Restory hopes to be such a place and space.