But when you are reading this years from now, by the light of a solar powered lamp, know that your dad, mom and millions of others who burned brightly with love for our kids did what we could, when we knew the stakes.

I love you and I care deeply about your future.

In writing this letter to you, I am searching for ways to make my connection and commitment to you more present in my current experience

Last week I took you to protest the Dakota Access Pipeline.

I hope whatever happens, whatever I can’t imagine that you may face, that you will continue to seek light.

I realize my reflection of the past, current and future state of the environment paints a grim and pessimistic picture, but I feel optimistic in our ability to turn planet Earth’s fate around if we all work together and commit to making a change.

One day ten or twenty years from now, when you look back from the future, you will be able to clearly see the entire path.

The first step would be in overcoming ourselves. Because whether we end up fading into obscurity, or thriving in prosperity, we will overcome ourselves.

My desire is for clean air, clean water, rich soil, and healthy nutritious food for you and all children always everywhere.

I plan to plant more things this spring, as we do every year in our garden.