The Forest is Life Tuesday April 24, 2012
The forest breathes with me, breathes life into me, feels my expansion and contraction. Sister trees comfort and shelter me in all seasons.
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On Not Cutting Down a Tree Too Young Thursday March 15, 2012
I have been moved and impressed by Silas Hagerty’s sensitive and powerful new film, Dakota 38. Silas’ sense of connection with other beings and his gift for beauty are qualities we need to nourish in our changing world. But when I got a chance to talk with Silas recently, our conversation turned to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, and the often hidden damage done to our soldiers.
Read Full PostChanges Tuesday February 7, 2012
I’ve been changing. My spiritual practice is deepening, my commitment to the Earth and the Spirit is strengthening. It is happening so fast I get kind of disoriented. But it isn’t just me. It seems like a lot of changes are happening lately to people and our Mother Earth. Have you been experiencing this?
Read Full PostReturn of the Light Wednesday December 21, 2011
The winter solstice is the moment when the deepest darkness of the year – the longest night – begins to turn toward the light. From this point on, through the frigid cold of winter and into the spring of life, the light grows each day and the night shortens.
Read Full PostDancing with Shamans Tuesday June 14, 2011
I worked late last night, writing to a deadline for my client. I knew it would take time to wind down before I could sleep, but I tried anyway. I went outside to the tent, my roomy retreat behind my home.
Read Full PostWeeds Thursday June 9, 2011
Plants call to me sometimes. They call me with a gentle vibration that almost seems like my own thought. But their call is often counter to what I prefer. Today my tomato seedlings called me to plant them in the garden, even though a violent, windy thunderstorm was predicted and I was inclined to wait for a better day.
Read Full PostMore Thoughts on Spirit Monday May 23, 2011
Here are some more thoughts on Spirit by some well-known people.
Read Full PostWhat is Spirit Tuesday May 17, 2011
Exploring Spirit is about exploring … Spirit. But what is Spirit? My conception of Spirit changes depending on what life shows me at any moment.
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