Deep in the Woods Andrew McEntyre

Welcome to the Deep in the Woods Podcast, where we embark on a journey through the natural world, explore profound words, and uncover the connections they hold in our lives.
In today's episode, I have the pleasure of taking a walk with Tim Villegas, who has chosen the word "Belonging." Tim serves as the Director of Communications for the Maryland Coalition for Inclusive Education (MCIE) and hosts both the Think Inclusive podcast and his recent project, "Inclusion Stories." Before his current role, Tim worked as a special education teacher and has always advocated for the inclusion of learners with significant disabilities in general education classrooms.
For our hike, Tim selected the Environmental Trail at Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park. This nature loop offers a scenic escape with ample space to sit on a bench and observe the surroundings. It provides a quieter alternative to the main trail at Kennesaw Mountain, perfect for those seeking a peaceful stroll.
I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to Tim for joining me on this hike and for the wonderful conversation we shared. Special thanks also go to Ryan Cherry for providing the music that accompanies our podcast, my daughter, Applyn McEntyre, for her creative contribution in designing our podcast cover art, and Ryan Tomlinson for designing the website, www.wordsandwoods.com.
Please check out our Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/andrew_words_and_woods/ where you can find pictures, videos, and posts related to this episode.
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As always, thank you for listening to the Deep in the Woods podcast!

Quote and Links:


Quote by Henry David Thoreau from "Civil Disobedience: "...if there’s an evil of such a nature that it requires you to be the agent of injustice to another, then, I say, break the law. Let your life be a counter friction to stop the machine. What I have to do is to see, at any rate, that I do not lend myself to the wrong which I condemn."
Passage from "The Word for World is Forest" by Ursula K. Le Guin, "It was not in his nature to think, 'What can I do?' Character and training disposed him not to interfere in other men's business. He preferred to be enlightened rather than to enlighten, to seek facts rather than the Truth. But even the most unmissionary soul, unless he pretend he has no emotions, is sometimes faced with a choice between commission and omission. 'What are they doing?' abruptly becomes, 'What are we doing?' and then, "What must I do?"
Link to MCIE Think Inclusive Page: https://mcie.org/think-inclusive/
Link to Inclusion Stories Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inclusion-stories/id1633672526
Think Inclusive Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/think_inclusive/
Tim's Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/therealtimvegas/

Full description coming soon.

Welcome to the Deep in the Woods podcast, where we delve into the profound meanings of everyday words and the places they lead us. In this special episode, we continue our exploration of the word "sacred," taking you on a journey through time and memory.

In the last installment, we explored the historic McEntyre home from the 1840s and 1850s, reflecting on the concept of sacredness as something set apart with greater meaning. Today, we pick up where we left off, delving deeper into the significance of sacred spaces.

Join us as we venture to the ancestral home of the host's grandparents, Sybil and Hansel Dutton, a place steeped in childhood memories and familial connections. Through vivid recollections of exploring old barns and building forts amidst hedge bushes, we uncover the essence of sacredness intertwined with personal history.

As the host walks through the fields and reflects on cherished memories, from blizzards to family gatherings, we witness the transformative power of shared experiences. Through the lens of his grandparents' legacy of hospitality and kindness, we discover how everyday acts of love ripple through generations, shaping our identities and values.

Through heartfelt storytelling and moments of reflection, we explore the dual nature of memory, encompassing both joyful recollections and painful scars. Yet, in each memory lies a thread of sacredness, woven into the fabric of our lives.

Join us on this poignant journey as we ponder the meaning of sacredness and the profound impact of our shared stories. Through the sounds of nature and echoes of the past, we invite you to pause, reflect, and discover the sacredness in your own experiences.

Welcome to the Deep in the Woods podcast, where we dive into the impact of language while exploring meaningful places from our lives.

In this episode, I take you on a stroll around an old farm with a house that belonged to my great-great-great grandparents, William Tedford McEntyre and Sarah Hall McEntyre. We'll be exploring and digging deep into the word "Sacred."

We'll dig into family history, reflecting on whether stories from our ancestors carry the same weight as those from our immediate family. We'll also ponder the idea of leaving a legacy and whether it still matters as much today as it did in the past.

But it's not all nostalgia. We'll confront the uncomfortable truths too, like grappling with the actions of our ancestors, including owning slaves and displacing Native Americans.

Throughout our walk, we'll be sharing some thought-provoking quotes, like this one from Doctor Who: "We are all stories in the end, make yours a good one." And of course, some wisdom from Benjamin Franklin: "If you would not be forgotten, as soon as you are dead and rotten, either write things worth reading, or do things worth writing."

So, come along as we explore the past, present, and the power of words in the Deep in the Woods podcast.



This episode is part one of a three part episode. Check back soon for the next in the series!

In this special reunion episode, join hosts Dan Vollaro, Ryan Cherry, Ryan Tomlinson, Cade Curtis, and Andrew McEntyre as they embark on a reflective journey through the past year of the 'Deep in the Woods' podcast. The theme of 'Crossroads' becomes the guiding thread, weaving connections between the diverse topics explored in each of their individual episodes. Together, they take a moment to 'be in the present,' delving into the evolution of the podcast over the past year and sharing exciting ideas for its future. Tune in for a "nostalgic" conversation that captures the essence of memory, connection, harmony, "sonder," and the ever-expanding horizons of 'Deep in the Woods.'



Check out the new Instagram page for "Words and Woods" which will include updates for this podcast: https://www.instagram.com/andrew_words_and_woods/



Show notes:


Lyrics used from Auld Lang Syne, "We have run about the hills, And pulled the daisies fine; But we've wander'd many a weary foot, since auld lang syne. We two have paddled in the brook, From mornin' sun till dinnertime: But seas between us road have roar'd, since auld lang syne."
Quote from Amy Krouse Rosenthal from "Cookies:" "Honest means, I have to tell you something. The butterfly didn't really take the cookie--I took the cookie. Courageous means, It was not easy for me to tell you that I took the cookie, but I took a deep breath...and made the words come out."
Information on the removal of African Americans from Forsyth County: https://www.npr.org/transcripts/494063372
Information on Leo Frank Lynching: https://guides.loc.gov/chronicling-america-leo-frank
Alan Watt's book referenced by Cade: "The Book: On the Taboo Against Knowing Who You Are."
Dan Vollaro's blog: https://www.danvollaro.com/
Ryan Cherry's music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1BvmtTThy2RclmCpu31yR6
Ryan Cherry's band "1996": https://www.instagram.com/1996atl/
Cade Curtis' podcast: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/learning-from-friends-cade-curtis-9g_KB4NUkvP/
Learning from Friends episode with Cade Curtis interviewed by Andrew McEntyre: https://open.spotify.com/episode/22PJOGq5S2A7KnfcnwPwFz?si=uYYId2yJSsqxk2OaskX6jQ
Ryan Tomlinson's easter egg: "Peter Quistgard"
Quote from Cade's Mother: "The universe is made up of stories, not atoms." -Muriel Rukeyser

On Episode 8 of the Deep in the Woods podcast, we take boat ride onto Allatoona Lake with my dad, Dale McEntyre. He has chosen the word, "Fishing."



We discuss how he started fishing, why he finds it to be relaxing and exciting, and some memories we had as a family around the fishing pole and bass boat. He also tells some mysterious stories including one where his bait was levitating high up in the air.



Key quote:


"Many men go fishing all of their lives without knowing that it is not fish they are after." - Henry David Thoreau



This will be the last episode for this season and year. The next season should begin next February with the possibility of a bonus episode sometime near Christmas.