108 Butter Lamps for Cat Manitou
On Saturday morning, I had the first conversation with Manitou where it was revealed that he did not want to stay in his body, and I asked for the boon…
Saying Goodbye to Manitou
When I planned my newsletter, I thought I would be joyfully sharing the milestone of 10 years of Listening to Zoo Animal Ambassadors. Instead, it is with a heavy heart…
WRSH News: Whale Ceremony, Kitty Healing Camp, More Cats, and Shamanic Allies
I have tried for several days to get this newsletter out. There's a lot on my plate, personally and professionally, so if it seems choppy, I apologize. In addition to…
In Ceremony with Whales and Tokitae Message
In “Is Ceremony with the Whales Divine Timing,” I wondered if Tokitae’s (Lolita/Sk’aliCh’elh-tenaut) passing two days before we were to meet in ceremony with Whales and other marine wildlife was…
Is Ceremony with the Whales Divine Timing?
I don't speak much about my pro bono work, especially before ceremony and healing with whoever is next. I'm making an exception because of how the timing of events is…
Death of a Bumble Bee
I was crossing the backyard when I happened to notice the still body of a native Bumble Bee lying in the grass. Gently picking up the small body, I laid…
Reiki to the Rescue for Native Bumble Bee
One of my biggest surprises when moving to the Pacific Northwest, specifically Seattle, was that there were no screens on the doors or windows. Growing up next to a South…
Paddle to Muckleshoot Canoe Journey 2023 at Alki Beach
On Sunday, my friend Carolyn and I attended the Paddle to Muckleshoot Canoe Journey 2023 landing at Alki Beach. It was more than expected in many ways. First, I sent…
Former starving stray cat Tamerlan seeks forever home
Tamerlan showed up in my yard as a starving, scared, semi-feral tomcat—he was literally skin and bones. Vets estimated he was 3-5 years old, and despite all of the unaccustomed…
Reiki for Life and Death on the Urban Serengeti
I debated about sharing this story since it does not have a fairy tale happy ending, but the events depicted are part of daily life for the Wild Ones, even…
