“New year, new you” is a constant stream of propaganda weaving its way through January, one that trickles off to a drip, drip puddle by end of February.  New me??? I am still getting to know the ‘me’ I set intentions for last year, or even 5 or 10 years ago.  I’m still developing the […]

From Pagan and Earth-based rituals to Christian Mass, the mystical essence of smoke has captivated spiritual seekers for centuries. Regardless of origin, sacred smoke has been a foundational and honorary practice for protecting, cleansing, releasing and initiating prayer and intention as long as humans have been curiously humbled and in awe of sky-ward contemplation. It is […]

I really do aspire to be a mostly positive and peaceful being.  I think I like the idea of moving through the world with sparkles and divine awakening. However, the reality is I am equally as moody, cantankerous, feisty, and often very well guarded. Much of which has significantly improved over the years of self-study […]

My healing and story-telling often lean to the eco-psychological and Shamanic teachings that use nature as metaphor for understanding deep psyche and soul.  By developing a respectful and curious relationship to the natural world we can feel more connected to all of life and our unique place within the Great Mystery.  Nature is the oldest, […]

Many of my musings occur while I am saturated in the experience of my yard. I have always been a curious observer of the natural world and my passion for all things Earth has filtered into busy and loyal days tending my garden and plants, strengthening my green thumb (lots of trial and error) and […]