The magic boa of gorgeousness and twinkly purple glitter, all provided by Clare Campbell |
Falling
asleep to 'Wildbrain', a nature quiz from 1997 on Radio 4. I learned
loads of amazing things, particularly about ramsons and horsetails.
And all the contestants are referred to as 'Mr' and 'Miss' in a very
R4 sort of a way. Blissful.
Having
an early morning bath at just the right moment to have the sunlight
beautifully lighting the water and shining on my face.
Tiny blue tits bombing across the garden in their little helter skelter flight.
An
invitation to lead a workshop in beautiful Wales in the dreaming
summer! Very happy, pleased to have been asked, and looking forward
to what stirs in that pot.
Having
an opportunity to spend a day in the lovely Forum community venue in
Greenwich. It soothes me somehow just knowing that it's there.
My
first proper Clare Campbell hug
in ages and my first opportunity to attend one of her workshops in
years. Such a blessing!
Experiencing
Clare's giant magic boa for the first time; like a soft nest made out
of gorgeousness.
The
joy of purple glitter.
Weaving
connections with sisters; some who I knew already; deepening the
connection, some previously only known online, and some completely
new. All lovely.
Journeying
deeply with La Loba, Bone Woman, The Gatherer, and reminding
ourselves how to sing over our bones.
Clare's
Little Sista Goddess cards, a pack of which I have gathered up to be
given to the children I work with. I hear that there is a Ferret
Goddess. I might have to keep her!
The
most delicious shared lunch, much of which was homemade with such
deep care and love for women not yet known. It humbles me to receive
what women make in our kitchen altars.
Receiving
generosity, allowing vulnerability, speaking truth, witnessing.
More
hugs, sweet goodbyes, and emerging from the building into soft and
cooling rain.
Hearing
Himself's voice for the first time in the day and hearing about his
own deep journeys.
Coming
home and watching the little films about the Big Love My Brother
project; such important work but mainly it just made me feel so happy
and warm that my toes curled up and my nose wrinkled. Bless our
beautiful, brave men and boys.
A
scattering of tiny crocuses on the Green in the dark; looking like a
star-filled sky fallen to earth.
Discovering that the first of this year's heron chicks have hatched in Regent's Park.
Being asked by an American friend to explain what Pooh Sticks is. What a joyous task!
And an evening of doing nothing but curling up safe within the cave of my body and letting all that has unfolded today settle as it may.
And an evening of doing nothing but curling up safe within the cave of my body and letting all that has unfolded today settle as it may.
We should all experience the joy of purple glitter on a frequent basis. And Pooh Sticks! So many happy childhood afternoons were spent playing that. :-) Your lists always make me feel happy.
ReplyDeleteI agree. More purple glitter and Pooh Sticks for all! And thank you; what greater compliment could I ever get? x
DeleteWhat a glorious way to end a windy Sunday evening... with Pooh Sticks!
ReplyDeleteAnd Big Love My Brother gave me a new insight about the real value of some kinds of tribes... thank you.
I agree Liz. There should be a lot more contemplation of Pooh Sticks!
DeleteAnd yes, Big Love My Brother is so inspiring. A lesson and a reminder to us all.