Finding Peace and Gratitude This Thanksgiving
Recently, I found myself settling into my old chair by the fire—something I haven’t done much since my heart cat, Manitou, passed. That chair was our shared place. He would…
From Reiki to the Wild: Healing, Shamanism, and Animal Wisdom
I recently joined Enlightened Connections for a heartfelt conversation exploring the intersection of Reiki, shamanism, and animal wisdom. Together we explore decades of experiences with animals—beloved companions and powerful ambassadors…
Honoring the Land and All Our Relations this Thanksgiving
November invites us to pause and give thanks—not only for the harvests that feed our bodies, but for the living land that sustains our spirits. This is the season to…
When a Marmoset meets a Prayer Stick: finding balancing in chaotic times
From Zoo Encounters to Sacred Rhythms and Reiki, ways to reconnect, replenish, and restore wonder In late August, I was finally able to pay a visit to the Zoo Animal…
Male Anna’s Hummingbird Hangs Out
“Male Anna’s Hummingbird Hangs Out” was taken during a recent day in ceremony with the Zoo Animal Ambassadors at Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium. Hummingbird chose to take a few…
Tiger Prayers and Reiki, Lemur Snow Cones, and Abraham Lincoln Loved Cats
This past weekend was our third field trip for Listening to Zoo Animal Ambassadors, and we visited the Ambassador animals at Cougar Mountain Zoo in Issaquah, Wash. on what turned…
Sunday Wisdom Quote 02-09-2025
Traditionally, Sunday was a day of rest and reflection on our spiritual connections. This time, the Buffalo People wanted to share: "We are ancient and have been here for all…
Sunday Wisdom Quote 02-02-2025
Traditionally, Sunday was a day of rest and reflection on our spiritual connections. This time, the Red Foxes had something important to share with us: "Don't follow the Sheeples. Be…
Wolverines, Wolves, and Climate Change
Photo: A Wolverine (probably male Rainer) at Northwest Trek climbs over fallen trees from November's deadly cyclone bomb that passed through western Washington state. This past weekend was our second…
Playful Puffin and New Workshop The Monthly Shaman
This past weekend was our first visit for annual class event Listening to Zoo Animal Ambassadors, and it took place at Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium. We had incredible support…
