A Foreword by Desert Rose
It is with many thanks to Amber Wolfe for helping me to establish my own shaman path. Her book “In the Shadow of the Shaman” has guided me on my own journey and enabled me to feel the heartbeat of mother earth with a better understanding of all living things. When the path of shamanism called to me, I actually fought against it. I did not believe I held the wisdom of the ways of a shaman. Mainly because I read too many books that held a negative psychotic belief system of shamanism.
Thankfully as I was in the bookstore one day, Amber Wolfe’s book jumped into my hands. It is written in the most loving and caring way to understanding an approach to shamanism. As my ever learning journey continues . . . . . .
A Time of the Season
Summer is winding down. The trees are beginning to wither under the hot sun and will shortly turn many shades of red, maroon, gold, yellow, orange and brown. As the first harvest approaches we give thanks to mother earth and father sky.
The harvest festivals are a time of celebration, of giving thanks for our prosperity, removing any misgivings, and honoring the Goddess and God within each of us. Was everything we accomplished during this period of light in balance with the universe?
As our web of life guides us on our journey, the web contains our ancestors, guardians and spirit guides, do thank your web of life for all your successes and achievements you received. Also give thanks for the lessons learned when things were not doing well. Keeping your life journey in balance will provide you an enriched life.
Each new season brings us a chance to make a difference. Plant a tree, a bush, flowers; give back to earth your vision of a beautiful landscape. Keep in mind those who will benefit such as animals, birds, butterflies, etc. Give offerings to the Faerie's who will in turn help your plants grow large and healthy.
Take time to write your own story about autumn. Meditate on the changing of seasons. As the wheel of the year turns, we are one click away from another new year.
Desert Rose
