The future remains opaque. Ambiguity on the solutions to our struggles with climate catastrophe, inequality, and suppression only grow. So too, does the discomfort of living through it. Presence feels too difficult to embrace. But in the brief - if not fleeting - moments of stillness, we can hear forgotten pathways, offering guidance. From the land, the stewards, and the vibrations, an invitation always awaits us; to decode the answers in our pasts, to make rituals for our future. Let our breath guide us. Trying is a ritual.

Audio samples included & edited in this artwork include: 

- Waves at the Scarborough Bluffs
- Birds in Birchcliff Village
- Trains at Scarborough Go Station
- Gaagige, Forever, Toujours sung by Margaret Noodin
- C# - Arabhi Carnatic flute performed by Raman Kalyan

Permission to use C# - Arabhi Carnatic flute performed by Raman Kalyan was graciously provided by Anubodh Bansuri. Sample was retrieved from anubodh.com

Gaagige, Forever, Toujours sung by Margarent Noodin was found on Ojibwe.net. Lyrics and translation to the song are below. 

Gaagige maamawizoongide’eyang
Forever we are strong together

Gaagige maamawizoongide’eyang
Forever we are strong together

Daanisag aawiyang shkaakaamikweng
We are daughters of the earth

Daanisag aawiyang mino-gichigaming
We are daughters of the seas

Giizis miinawaa maanidoog zaagiyangidwaa
The sun and the spirits love us

Dibiki-giizis anangokaang zaagiwangidwaa
The moon and the stars love us

Trying is a Ritual

Krish