May 27, 2009 0
Ever hear the expression, “Be careful what you pray for”? Have I got a story for you! For those who attended the last two Healing Drum Retreats you likely remember Larry. One day when Larry and I were visiting I received a call from someone asking about making a drum. We talked about the drum [...]
Apr 6, 2009 1
One thing is for sure, Kaye and I are excited about this next Healing Drum Retreat, only a heartbeat away! June 19th we have two options: drum making, an event that has been so popular and successful in the past, and something new. What? What is it? Ah, we’ll save that for tomorrow. We have [...]
Mar 15, 2009 0
Every day I post an intuitive story in my Mayan Daily Insight website that speaks of the energy or focus of the day. The Mayan’s brought many calendars into this world, and the Tzolkin calendar is one of spiritual focus. It offers amazing insights into self and the story of our lives. I recently decided [...]
Mar 3, 2009 0
This upcoming Healing Drum Retreat, March 20-22nd 2009 will offer a collection of activities that promote wellness for body, mind and spirit. Let’s talk a little about that first category, body. What better expression of life can be found other than great food. Brighton Creek Conference Center is a wonderful retreat center, set in the [...]
Feb 5, 2009 1
Native Crafting is one of the many enjoyable aspects of the Healing Drum Retreat. Here are a few of the amazing creations we’ve shared in the past: Medicine Bags, aka Prayer or Healing Pouches. The ideals we have supported is to share tradition and culture for greater acceptance and understanding, and allowing each person to [...]
Jan 31, 2009 0
We’ve talked before about the art of drum making. The process is magical, seeing the matching of drum maker and hide, the weaving of the sinew and careful tightening, and the heartful anticipation of the sound that will emanate from this creation. Challenges always arise as the drums are built, but somehow everything turns out [...]
Oct 15, 2008 1
The Healing Drum Retreat’s have been so much fun, and a wonderful awakening experience. We’ve had the physical activities: drum making, medicine bags, dream catchers. We’ve had earth focused talks on herbs and other healthy healing plants. There are the spiritual focused activities with meditations and blessings offered for the solstice’s and equinox, and exploring [...]
