This is a story of the hold of heroin on the spirit of a young man and how the raven showed up to tell the tale. One day a few weeks ago, a raven showed up in my backyard and perched itself on the base of a limb not far from my back steps. He…
For Just a Moment … Breathe
Reading the daily news headlines can be depressing and stressful, but at the same time it’s important to remain aware, right? So how do we stay positive in light of it? Why not turn off the electronic noise for a moment, step back, and take a breath. What it Means to Breathe In a resting…
Dogs and the Art of Being Zen
Living in the moment is not so easy for us humans. We find ourselves dwelling on the past or thinking about the future or focusing on the tasks ahead of us to complete our day. Dogs know better. They live in the moment. Many times I will find myself sitting cross legged, with my little…
An Animal Understanding: A Trip to South Africa
We communicate with our animals in a variety of ways. Sometimes their needs are simple: they want to play, or they are thirsty, hungry or tired. Animals have a different way of looking at the world. They are attuned to our emotions, the weather and danger. They may protect us, feel threatened by us or…