Whatever your religion, philosophy, or circumstance, you have a ritual. Some routine, habit, or addiction has become a part of your life. Some choose their path and schedule as steps to reach a goal or accomplish something. Subconscious forces control others to repeat a behavior, attitude, or perspective. Our rituals may not define us, but they powerfully shape our lives.  In this issue, we look at a few San Joseans who have developed a practice, craft, or discipline that creates that interwoven mysterious space between who we are and what we do.
Enjoy,
Daniel Garcia
The Cultivator

FEATURING:
Non-stop, SJC to SEA | Echoes from the Lodges | First Church of Blight | Artist, Patron | Artist, Josh Marcotte | Christmas in the Park, Tom Trafton | Designer & Lecturer, Joe Miller | San Jose Tanner, Bruno Medeiros | Dancer, Damir Emric | Storyteller, Nancy Duarte | San Jose Earthquake, Jon Busch | NBC Anchor, Laura Garcia Cannon | Pro Skateboarder, Steve Caballero | Mr. Produce, Phil Cosentino | Holiday Cakes, 3 Bakeries and 3 Cakes  | Little Chef Counter, Steven Le & Robert  Dasalla | Local’s Choice, Jennifer Ahn | Author, Roy Sakelson | Musian, Anya and the GetDown | Band, Pantheon