We, the walkers believe we have no choice but to rise in a movement to model and encourage change. We will be a flowing river of festive peace. We will allow hope and love to radiate. We will remember that abundance stems from reciprocal relationship with the earth, not forced extraction. We will begin a shift from economies that require a cancerous rate of growth. With each step, we will reawaken the ancient connection to the planet and through prayer and sharing and integrating ideas we will help each other grow. Supporting each other through the daily tasks of living, walking , eating and sleeping we will share our stories of our lives; growing to hear and know each other as one family. We will celebrate our passions and creative forces at parades, gatherings, shows, festivals, and campfires. Calling all to bring what they love, what they value, what they see as important for their future. Together we will share our prayers and dreams for a new way of life, and as we walk across the country we will bring what we have learned while keeping our ears open to the new. Come and join your hand and your heart, help us walk to a new vision of peace and prosperity.