Summer solstice, June 21st, is the one day of the year with the longest daylight hours, and now as we transition into summer our days become shorter until finally the pendulum swings back toward longer days again at the winter solstice on December 21st. It seems odd that just as we are entering the summer [...]
This recent Healing Drum Retreat preceded the fall equinox by a matter of days. The equinox has significance for our planet, marking the change of seasons and the shift of balance from light to darkness. Is there any significance to us now with our electric lights and 24/7 availability through the internet? Life is full [...]
This last week was packed with several interesting events. Yesterday we had the anniversary of the 9/11 disaster, and many gathered to honor and pray for those who were affected by that tragic event. Earlier in the week we experienced a shift with the date September 9, 2009, or 9/9/09. For those who know about [...]
On August 16th we completed a cycle begun earlier this year with the eclipse in February 2008. Though this eclipse was not visible to us in the Pacific Northwest, it was felt nonetheless. This event took place approximately 2pm Pacific Time. The shift affected us both spiritually and physically, including the surge of emotional energy [...]
We’re very excited to offer a moccasin making class on Friday evening to help kick-off the Fall Solstice Healing Drum event. Amanda from the Trading Post will lead this workshop, providing patterns, materials and instruction. A skilled moccasin maker, we welcome her expertise and her presence! The Trading Post is just down the road from [...]
The next Healing Drum retreat will be the fall solstice weekend, September 19-21, 2008. This weekend will be packed with fun, educational, and insightful experiences! The event opens Friday evening. If you would like to attend as a guest (without making a drum or moccasins) we ask that you consider a donation to the facility [...]
The preparation continues for the next Healing Drum Workshop, scheduled again at Brighton Creek Conference Center in Yelm, WA. This event will be a retreat for those who choose to stay the full weekend, but we also have full day passes for those who choose to attend only a portion of the event. At the [...]