First Of All by Lint · Published December 5, 2023 · Updated December 5, 2023 In the face of wrenchingly uncertain circumstances, history informs us that the human instinct leads us to seek refuge in the natural world, a quest not only for physical security but also for mental well-being and a rekindled sense of purpose within the eternal rhythms untouched by the transient cycles of prosperity, adversity, or fleeting moments.