I had a nightmare. Waking, I still felt the quivering fear in my body, my heart racing, the dread in my bones and the feeling of uncertainty. Are we going to make it? Will we be okay? In my dream, my family and I were at some country fair in the south. It was a…
In early March, on a cool, fresh, sunny day, Nate and I decided it was the right time to hike as a family up to the clear cut forest above Tolt MacDonald Park 1 mile from home. It was time to do our ceremony for the land. Grieving is a process and not a short…
Earlier this month, my 2-year old son, Orion and I went on one of our Mommy and Orion adventures to our Tolt River. We played with samara seeds, big leaf maple leaves and cottonwood leaves, throwing them into the flowing waters and watching our “boats” float away with delight. We also looked for salmon –…
My beloved furry friend, my four-pawed Sensei and partner in so many epic wilderness adventures has crossed over and passed away with such grace and beauty. She passed away late July outside under our hemlock trees in my arms with both our heads nuzzled together. This is how we have “hugged” ever since I recognized…
I have something special to share…my beloved step daughter Katie started her Moon time. I have been so honored and touched to be here for her. It has shown up as an unexpected gift and has brought our close and loving relationship that much closer and deeper. She has really sought me out during her time here,…
This past weekend was my 2nd time to be a part of the 3-day Night Turtle Dance ceremony in the Olympic peninsula and I am moved to share this potent and magical experience with you! Night Turtle Dance is a ceremony dedicated to honoring and showering our Love and Gratitude to Mother Earth. We do this…