A Wildlife Thanksgiving
It’s Thanksgiving Eve, and the aroma of the old-fashioned pumpkin pie as it bakes is heavenly. As we all know, Thanksgiving is a holiday that traditionally involves physically gathering with…
Animals As Spiritual Beings: Interview with Rose De Dan
Last week I had the honor of being interviewed as an animal expert by Dr. Cara Gubbins. The topic was Animals As Spiritual Beings, and of course I knew that…
False (sadly): Buffalo did not stampede DAPL protest at Standing Rock on their own
Nothing would make me happier than to report that the viral story circulating about the buffalo showing up on their own to support the water protectors at Standing Rock was…
ReikiShamanic A Walk on the Wild Side 2016, Part 2
On October 2nd my shamanic allies, shamanic buddy/driver Charolette Anderson and I hit the road for 10 days of ceremonies with the land and wildlife of Yellowstone National Park and…
ReikiShamanic A Walk on the Wild Side 2016, Part 1
On October 2nd my shamanic allies, shamanic buddy and driver Charolette Anderson hit the road for 10 days of ceremonies with the land and wildlife of Yellowstone National Park and…
Manitou and Reiki for Construction Zone Catastrophe
The past few months have been very challenging due to a major overhaul of the foundation and cellar of the duplex that I call home. Routinely mountains of excavated dirt…
Dinner with Secret Agent Squirrel
Just the other night a guest dropped in to what I jokingly refer to as the Wild Rose Café. It was Secret Agent Squirrel, who joined me for dinner. We…
Store Cat Mama Squish Steps Into My Office
Gorgeous "Mama Squish" was rescued by Genevieve G. Animal Advocacy (along with her daughter, Dot). Currently her job description is as the store cat for Next to Nature in West…
Holding Space for Dying Orca Animal Ambassador Tilikum
In dying, as in living, orca Tilikum is a powerful Ambassador for all species.
Lavender for Love
On February 13, 2016 I conducted a memorial service for animal rescue Pasado's newly renovated Remembrance Garden—with guidance from the animals themselves.
