The PONDificator

New housing for the Red Spirit.  The PONDificator overlooks the pond, of course and will soon be ready for those who love the songs of frogs.  I'm teaching them to harmonize a lullaby.  But do they listen?!!  More pictures to come.

The 2019 season begins

My wonderful guests arrived this weekend and fortunately the weather is perfect.  Instead of trying to find a restaurant for brunch, we had one here in the barn where everyone could stay and talk as long as they wanted, enjoying the food and quiet surroundings.

Solstice and Shaman Practioners

Ruth Zwald once again held ritual here for solstice.  Some Native American dances were re-enacted followed by a potluck in the barn.

The same night the regular shaman group came and held class among themselves.  Late Saturday evening we decorated some amazing rattles.

Chris and Michael are both fine artists.

Chris and Brenda brought a boat load of art supplies so each creation had special meaning.

Mine represented the old earth today giving birth to a new earth.  Hopefully it will be better cared for.










Marj is longing to use hers right away, I think.

Early Spring with the scouts

Just a few pictures of the snowy weekend the scouts were here again.  They learned their fire making skills and supplied the Red Spirit with a large stack of firewood.  They are such a blessing.

Holiday escapees discovered.

These four turkeys come by every day, sometimes pecking at the sliding door perhaps thinking they can check out the shelter of the barn.  After all, it's been pretty cold this winter especially for March.  I saw a pair of osprey's in these trees a week or so ago.  A first!  Instead of dirty city snow, I get white country snow sprinkled with occasional feathers.

One more creative process

Kat led this workshop where 6 women each created her nature spirit using materials from the woods and paper mâché.  It was a bonding experience that brought a story from each of us.

Solstice 12/18

This picture was taken before the lights and candles were lit.  Our intentions were inserted in the Yule log and burned at the campfire with a group of 25 or so.  These are very meaningful ceremonies given by Ruth Zwald, a shaman practitioner in the Peruvian tradition.  There's always a wonderful potluck afterwards.  For those wishing to be a part of them, please contact me.  Space is limited and the group is growing.