January 2018- Wise Woman Ceremony- Gift from an Elder
Happy New Year everyone!
We survived, we endured and we are still angry and so we march and protest and still imagine this country of ours getting back on track of all of the good things we have to offer each other and the world.
This January I turned 70 and decided to do that one up big. I created a Coming of Age/Wise Woman/ Crone ceremony for the occasion and invited all of my women friends to attend, one freezing cold morning. We honored our foremothers and sisters and those friends who had passed away. I took vows and I released what held me back at this point in my life. My sister read my story. We sang, read poems and I gave and received gifts from those younger and those older. Many stones were painted and given away which honored our journeys. I received a walking staff and wore special clothes and shoes. We broke bead and toasted and hug and took the time to honor the passing of years, the changes upon changes we have endured. So, not yet old but certainly no longer young, I am embarking on this journey in my life with love, support, friendship, some scars and renewed focus and energy. Amen!
I am eager to sign everyone up for my women’s weekend retreat July 13-15, in the foothills of the Shenandoah Mountains near Charlottesville, Virginia. There is only room for 15, so please sign up early to ensure your place. Click here for more information!
