The Buffalo Blanket Blessing, Part 1
When I first became involved in the practice of shamanism little did I know that one day I would become a blanket carrier for the Buffalo People, nor that doing…
Video The Pachamama Stakes: Race for the Earth
Ever wondered how the animals feel about the environmental challenges our modern world is facing and what solutions they might offer for climate change?
The Pachamama Stakes: Race for the Earth was inspired by a shamanic vision and messages from wild and domestic animals. It is their intention to offer us hope, inspiration, and a call to action. Enjoy, and please share their message with others.
Smart Phone App Saves Rainforest, Orangutans, Tigers and Elephants
Lend a Hand to an Orangutan by Guest Blogger Debbie Noyes The other day I was in the check-out line at the grocery store. The clerk held up the new…
Video: Wild Fledgling Raven asks Humans for Help
On June 23, 2013 a young raven sat on the fence of Gertie Cleary's Novia Scotia farm and yelled for help for an hour. He made such a fuss that…
Why I bring people to the Zoo
After announcing one of my events/classes that bring people to the zoo for spiritual encounters with animals I received an email response from one of my readers. She wanted to…
Evening Walk on the Wild Side at Woodland Park Zoo Aug. 10
For many years I have been answering the call of the zoo Animal Ambassadors (see Why I bring people to the zoo). The annual event A Walk on the Wild…
Animal Healing Prayers for the 4th: It’s Their Neighborhood, Too
It's been a few years since I first wrote It's Their Neighborhood, Too on behalf of neighbor cat Gracie, but its message is timeless. Please take a moment during this…
Presentation and Animal Blessing at Wellness Clinic June 1-2
The annual Wellness Clinic at Serenity Equine Rescue in Maple Valley, WA is scheduled for this Saturday and Sunday, June 1-2. The Clinic offers attendees the opportunity to learn from…
Who’s Coming to Dinner?
I was peacefully weeding my garden when I noticed a shift in the energy. Looking up I spied a raccoon attempting to nonchalantly stroll down the sidewalk. I ducked into the house for my camera and when I returned the ‘coon ducked into the shrubbery.
Answer the Call of the Wild Animals and Save
"Lots of people talk to animals," said Pooh. "Maybe, but..." Not very many listen, though," he said. "That's the problem," he added. —from The Tao of Pooh by Benjamin Hoff…
