At Grandpa's funeral, 1954
Bereavement and End of Life Family and Friends

A Child’s Awareness of the Secrets of Death

Daddy was sad and quiet. Mommy cleared her throat and dabbed her eyes with a…

My Land and Home Spirituality

A Sunset Meditation for Challenging Times

I hurry uphill, out of breath. Instead of sitting quietly at my altar inside, I…

Marion Woodman and Elaine 2003
Psychology and Mythology

Marion Woodman and the Path of Pleasure

I tell my mother I want to go to a Marion Woodman conference--except my dream…

Psychology and Mythology

Longing for Touch

“Hold me. I’m worried about you.” “Hug me. I’m scared.” “Put your arms around me…

My Land and Home

Winter Gifts

Blue Jays, Cardinals, and Juncos are my constant January companions, but Blue Jays bullies are…

Family and Friends Nature

The Mystical Magic of a Waterfall

My son David arrived from his home in North Carolina a few days before Christmas.…

Elaine and Vic 1994
Bereavement and End of Life Family and Friends

Winter Dreams of Love and Loss

I dream I’m searching for healthy food in a large cafeteria, but can’t find nutritious…

Dale Evans and Buttermilk, LA Times, ~1950
Family and Friends

Like a Cowgirl: A Child’s Holiday Hope

I know what I want for Christmas. I want to be a cowgirl just like…

Family and Friends

Six Generations of Resilient Women

Who were these stern faced women dressed in black? Did they find joy in marriage…

Nature Spirituality

The Sky Above, the Earth Below

On clear nights, Venus sparkles in the indigo sky. She’s been a bright evening star…