Once more the liberal year laughs out O’er richer stores than gems or gold: Once more with harvest song and shout Is nature’s boldest triumph told. ~ John Greenleaf Whittier Today is the Equinox, taken from the Latin for “equal night.” It is the Autumnal equinox in the northern hemisphere, and the Spring equinox below … Read more
Her skin seemed to grow a million extra pores, and all of them opened to take in the warmth and tenderness of the air. The sun on her face made her want to cry. Into all those millions of open pores came the sunshine, and other feelings as well. In and out. She was porous. … Read more
One must ask children and birds how cherries and strawberries taste. ~ Johann Wolfgang von Goethe One month to the day after our last hummingbird sighting, John saw the first dark-eyed junco of the season. Often called “snowbirds,” this member of the sparrow family ranges throughout North America. But here in North Carolina, we only … Read more
I am dashing out the door this stormy morning, heading to Raleigh for readings all day at Dancing Moon (call 919-833-8081 if you’d like an appointment!). But I wanted to share these unique perspectives on today’s momentous Full Moon. May the winds of change bring us the courage and release we most need, may our … Read more
“As I watch the stars of evening, and in the morning open my window toward the east, I shall observe the Ceremonial of quietness of heart, of simplicity, and poise of spirit, that I may keep my soul and the souls of others free from entanglements in the machinery of the day.” — Ceremonials of … Read more
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