On a gorgeous February afternoon, we gathered in the woods to celebrate the New Year of the Trees. We breathed, sang and circled in celebration of our tallest relatives. We had an elemental seder under the February limbs of the Oak with chant, meditation and communion with the trees.
Journeys
A Birth Blessing Ritual on the Shores of Lake Lanier
“I want a place to celebrate but I also want a place to grieve,” the mom said. “I’m welcoming someone new into our family of 4 and I need some nourishment. Parenthood is hard.”
She went on to explain that she wanted a space where close friends could share stories of difficulties and also share stories that were funny.