Category: December 2017

Guardian spirit, magical provider, trickster-teacher, provoker of change. The spirit of Raven now lives in the Olympia (Washington, USA) Sacred Fire House. In 2016, fire keepers Sharon and Peter Brown were given Guidance to install a raven totem pole to benefit those who gather around their hearth. Saanich carver Doug Horne from Tsawout First Nations north of Vancouver (British Columbia, Canada) created Raven from red cedar, and in mid-November 50 people gathered in 40-degree weather for an eight-hour feast, ceremony, and potlatch to entice his spirit to stay.

The celebration, protocols, and displays of abundance and generosity appealed to Raven, whose expression visibly changed throughout the event. Raven’s residence offers wisdom and protection to the Olympia community, and we’re deeply appreciative of his presence here.

Community members of the Mesa Life Project located near Grand Junction, Colorado, USA, are delighted to announce the recent completion of an entrance road to the Mesa Life property. As with every step of bringing this dream to fruition—in this case moving past the roadblock of getting necessary easements and permits—focus on heart-centered relationship has brought the desired result.

Starting in early 2018, look for invitations to help “raise the barn,” which will allow participants to learn about sustainable building techniques and experience the nourishing, regenerative, and connective magic of this “village of the future.”