Is there room for an old guyhag in this wild corner? I deeply connect to your project, we seem to be on a very similar trail. And am in awe of how you out it into words. I feel this wild gathering. I am working on it, willing it into existence, giving it space, time, attention. Would love to connect and exchange some of this energy.
Being on a very tight budget I can’t be a paying subscriber yet... (although I pledge to tether every tenth paying subscriber to an artist I long to support) I do want to invite you to my ‘big’ project. A gathering that may be part of the same movement. It’s a story on gatherings. On the festival phenomenon and its deep roots. On how the heart of our culture is in danger of being ripped out. And about what could be done. You’re warm-heartedly invited to my celebration and I would be in for a swop. You an all access backstage pass and me being able to look over your shoulder and linger in your sphere....sure would like that to happen. Let’s enchant the world....
I wrote a short story called Mother Elm. It is a hybrid work of fiction/non-fiction. It is a mostly true story of how I feel connected, physically and spiritually to an Elm tree I used to climb as a child, even after 6 decades of being apart. If this sounds like something that may be considered for inclusion in your amazing book, I will send it to you. If not, I still cannot wait to see the magic you bring forth. Blessings. Kim Mullen-Kuehl
Ooh Natalie this is such an incredible, exciting and beautiful idea, I don’t even dare think that I might be so fortunate to be included in your Wild Gathering book but it is my hope...
The poem you wove from our words, I have read over and over, for me it will remain always a very special piece of writing but to think that you are now to make a book...
I have goosebumps!
I am smiling in anticipation of something even more special!
But now I must speak of money, the one thing I hate to do because I have so little... I would love to upgrade, I would love to support this magical project in EVERY way but quite simply, it is not possible at present.
Natalie, I am getting chills just thinking about this. Thanks to you, I got involved in Amy Won’s Wonder Walking kickstarter because this year has been about moving slower, unlearning the productivity hustle (can I share how I wrestled with how unhappy I was that my planner is looking so empty this week?) and regrounding myself into this land and the reckoning that also comes with it (being descended from settlers and convicts).
I’m an annual subscriber but when I’m back to a computer I am going to see if I can upgrade.
The invitations look just delicious and I am glad we are moving slowly because daily even weekly is too much for me right now.
Finally, EEEEEEEEEEEEE!!! Squealing in delight like a rainbow lorikeet!!!
This is so exciting, Natalie! I am really, reasly, really hoping to be part of your book. I think it's a sensational idea 😊 thank you for sharing the idea with us.
However, I've just taken the big leap to step away from full time paid work, so I'm dealing with all the financial fears you mention! In the next few weeks I'll get my head around it all and make some financial plans, to see where I have options for subscriptions.
In the meantime, I will engage with the pieces you've shared freely!
“A dream which is not understood is like a letter which is not opened.”
From the Talmud.
Sleep takes off the costume of circumstances, arms us with terrible freedom, so that every will rushes to a Deed. A skillful man reads his dreams for his self-knowledge, yet not the details but the quality… (Emerson).
To all Moon Flowers: Read- “Energy Medicine for Women: Aligning Your Body’s Energies to Boost Your Health and Vitality.” By Donna Eden, with David Feinstein, Ph.D.
“This book is a wonderful introduction to Energy Medicine. It distills the experiences of one of the field’s most joyous and effective pioneers into a heartful, user-friendly, enormously practical guide.”
-from the foreword by Christiane Northrup, M.D., author of Women’s Bodies, Women’s Wisdom, and The Wisdom of Menopause. Enjoy…Lantern Inn.
“There is a vitality, a Life force, an energy a quickening that is translated through you into action, and because there is only one of you in all time, this expression is unique. And if you block it, it will never exist through any other medium and will be lost.”- Martha Graham.
Is there room for an old guyhag in this wild corner? I deeply connect to your project, we seem to be on a very similar trail. And am in awe of how you out it into words. I feel this wild gathering. I am working on it, willing it into existence, giving it space, time, attention. Would love to connect and exchange some of this energy.
Being on a very tight budget I can’t be a paying subscriber yet... (although I pledge to tether every tenth paying subscriber to an artist I long to support) I do want to invite you to my ‘big’ project. A gathering that may be part of the same movement. It’s a story on gatherings. On the festival phenomenon and its deep roots. On how the heart of our culture is in danger of being ripped out. And about what could be done. You’re warm-heartedly invited to my celebration and I would be in for a swop. You an all access backstage pass and me being able to look over your shoulder and linger in your sphere....sure would like that to happen. Let’s enchant the world....
https://bertus.substack.com/p/drawing-you
I wrote a short story called Mother Elm. It is a hybrid work of fiction/non-fiction. It is a mostly true story of how I feel connected, physically and spiritually to an Elm tree I used to climb as a child, even after 6 decades of being apart. If this sounds like something that may be considered for inclusion in your amazing book, I will send it to you. If not, I still cannot wait to see the magic you bring forth. Blessings. Kim Mullen-Kuehl
Ooh Natalie this is such an incredible, exciting and beautiful idea, I don’t even dare think that I might be so fortunate to be included in your Wild Gathering book but it is my hope...
The poem you wove from our words, I have read over and over, for me it will remain always a very special piece of writing but to think that you are now to make a book...
I have goosebumps!
I am smiling in anticipation of something even more special!
But now I must speak of money, the one thing I hate to do because I have so little... I would love to upgrade, I would love to support this magical project in EVERY way but quite simply, it is not possible at present.
I am forever waiting for a miracle to happen...🍃
Natalie, I am getting chills just thinking about this. Thanks to you, I got involved in Amy Won’s Wonder Walking kickstarter because this year has been about moving slower, unlearning the productivity hustle (can I share how I wrestled with how unhappy I was that my planner is looking so empty this week?) and regrounding myself into this land and the reckoning that also comes with it (being descended from settlers and convicts).
I’m an annual subscriber but when I’m back to a computer I am going to see if I can upgrade.
The invitations look just delicious and I am glad we are moving slowly because daily even weekly is too much for me right now.
Finally, EEEEEEEEEEEEE!!! Squealing in delight like a rainbow lorikeet!!!
“As above, so below. As within, so without.”
From the Emerald Tablet, circa 3000 BCE.
“May the Sacred Spirit bring you Love and Joy for your eternal existence.”
That is my intention for you and for the wild, wild World….
From Lantern Inn aka Larry Inn.
Aloha & Mahalo nui loa Natalie,
May the Sun radiate warm energy to you by day.
May the Moon softly restore you by night.
May cool Rain wash away anxiety, pain, and suffering.
May fresh Wind blow new strength into your divine Soul.
May you walk gently through the World and know its beauty, and wonder all the days of your LIFE…
A poetic prayer from Lantern Inn, aka Larry Inn.
This is so exciting, Natalie! I am really, reasly, really hoping to be part of your book. I think it's a sensational idea 😊 thank you for sharing the idea with us.
However, I've just taken the big leap to step away from full time paid work, so I'm dealing with all the financial fears you mention! In the next few weeks I'll get my head around it all and make some financial plans, to see where I have options for subscriptions.
In the meantime, I will engage with the pieces you've shared freely!
So exciting, Natalie! I just know you’ll make this a thing of beauty and wild wonder!
Yesssss Natalie yes!!!
“A dream which is not understood is like a letter which is not opened.”
From the Talmud.
Sleep takes off the costume of circumstances, arms us with terrible freedom, so that every will rushes to a Deed. A skillful man reads his dreams for his self-knowledge, yet not the details but the quality… (Emerson).
To all Moon Flowers: Read- “Energy Medicine for Women: Aligning Your Body’s Energies to Boost Your Health and Vitality.” By Donna Eden, with David Feinstein, Ph.D.
“This book is a wonderful introduction to Energy Medicine. It distills the experiences of one of the field’s most joyous and effective pioneers into a heartful, user-friendly, enormously practical guide.”
-from the foreword by Christiane Northrup, M.D., author of Women’s Bodies, Women’s Wisdom, and The Wisdom of Menopause. Enjoy…Lantern Inn.
Mahalo Natalie,
As the Moon glows, MoonFlowers grow…
“There is a vitality, a Life force, an energy a quickening that is translated through you into action, and because there is only one of you in all time, this expression is unique. And if you block it, it will never exist through any other medium and will be lost.”- Martha Graham.
Lantern Inn.
May the Sun radiate warm energy to you by Day.
May the Moon softly restore you by Night.
May cool Rain wash away your pain and suffering.
May fresh Wind blow new strength into your being and Soul.
May you walk gently on Mother Earth and know her beauty all the days of your sacred Life...