I played this post for my dad, who's staying with me for the time being. He liked it. He wanted to know more about you, but I couldn't remember ALL the details, except that you lived in NYC for a time, and have visited (joyfully) Ireland (and Scotland, too? I forget!), a place my dad has been several times and luuuuvs...
Anyway, we both thank you for this, and my description of your posts and your "way" to him is that you are like a soft, warm blanket in the cold. Cheers, m'dear! xo
Aww, thank you, Jaan and Jaan's dad for listening! Yes, it's Scotland. I've been there three times and really wanted to move there. I hope to return one day.
Much love to you and I hope things have settled down there a bit. You are an amazing daughter. XO
Aw, my dad is worth every bit... His name is Marv. He's a genius, tho these days it's a troubled one due to some cognitive stuff, but he still has his moments, and he's soooooo sweet.
We are going to RESCUE my mom, who has been locked away in the tall tower against her will... And we SHALL get her free, and she SHALL be with Dad and me, and there SHALL be much rejoicing.
Dad and I talk about moving to Scotland, too... Perhaps he'll take the high road and I'll take the low road... Cheers, m'dear. xo xo
Seeing your life through your posts and photos fills me with wistful pleasure. I, too, have been staying away from screens lately. Upon your mention, I’ve gone forest breathing three times this week. It was balmy in Chicago, it drizzled for three days straight, but the forest preserve (the closest I could get to nature in Chi) smelled divine because of it. The trees were whispering a tune and the cardinals looked extra scarlet against the melting snow.
The crow tune was most excellent. I would also be very interested to hear how the crows liked it, should you ever play it for them.
Thank you for bringing balance and tranquility to Substack, Barbara!
What a beautiful and refreshing post, Barbara. You simply can't not reorient us back to the deeper themes and tracks and the essential role Nature - and all its creatures - plays in our lives. More, the interplay available when we notice.
Thank you for noticing. And for sharing what you notice.
I know what you mean - the mixed bag of our online world (I think I do) - and the depletion of energy it can create. What a tapestry. I'm happy I saw the woman who now lives and communicates with her bird. The crow song is lovely. I wouldn't have seen either had I not opened this post.
And your reflections, how you weave the patterns of your life, what you pay attention to, the synchronicities of this world and how it's always communicating with us, I appreciate most. Your acquired calm comes through and is very welcome.
As an Aries - I've been known for my firey aspect - which comes, with a double-edged sword. I like to think as I get older, I've gotten better at managing that, but admittedly, it sometimes still jumps on the back of my impatience and when it does - well - it can surprise even me.
Thank you for this lovely and wise post.
PS - If you try the experiment with Owen's song, please let us know if the crows show up. Best.
Thank you so much for your beautiful reflection, Kathleen! Yes, the Internet is indeed a mixed bag (just like the "real" world) and the blessing of it has been "meeting" so many wonderful souls (yours being a recent one!)
I hope I didn't sound too harsh about the fire signs 🔥 because I love them all! My sun is in Sagittarius and I have Leo and Aries friends. I love their firey spirits. But, of course there's so much more to us than our sun signs, and then there are those darn shadows...
I will definitely be playing Owen's song for the Crows. They're out there checking out my compost pile right now! XO
Ah, beautiful friend, your wisdom is so gentle and caring. One of the things I love most about your captivating stories is not only the easy way you sprinkle straight up truth, but also in how they are like a peaceful river taking me on a journey for a few moments of my day. I so love your interpretation of the bird dream. This post is poetic and poignant. Love you and your quiet spirit that loves the natural world with fierce devotion.
Oh my, thank you, dear Amanda! You are such a gift to me - not many people understand the magic of it all like you do. So grateful to be walking this path together. I know that Bird Medicine has touched you recently with your Loon visitors. And thank you for the Snowflake - both in photo form and in my meditation! ❄️ 💗
I played this post for my dad, who's staying with me for the time being. He liked it. He wanted to know more about you, but I couldn't remember ALL the details, except that you lived in NYC for a time, and have visited (joyfully) Ireland (and Scotland, too? I forget!), a place my dad has been several times and luuuuvs...
Anyway, we both thank you for this, and my description of your posts and your "way" to him is that you are like a soft, warm blanket in the cold. Cheers, m'dear! xo
Aww, thank you, Jaan and Jaan's dad for listening! Yes, it's Scotland. I've been there three times and really wanted to move there. I hope to return one day.
Much love to you and I hope things have settled down there a bit. You are an amazing daughter. XO
Aw, my dad is worth every bit... His name is Marv. He's a genius, tho these days it's a troubled one due to some cognitive stuff, but he still has his moments, and he's soooooo sweet.
We are going to RESCUE my mom, who has been locked away in the tall tower against her will... And we SHALL get her free, and she SHALL be with Dad and me, and there SHALL be much rejoicing.
Dad and I talk about moving to Scotland, too... Perhaps he'll take the high road and I'll take the low road... Cheers, m'dear. xo xo
Good luck with the breakout! 🥰 🏴
Fangks! My little mom, we want her with US, not lonely and scared in some damn facility.
We have PLANS. ;)
May The Force be with you three! 🩷🩷🩷
TY lovely Barbara.
Seeing your life through your posts and photos fills me with wistful pleasure. I, too, have been staying away from screens lately. Upon your mention, I’ve gone forest breathing three times this week. It was balmy in Chicago, it drizzled for three days straight, but the forest preserve (the closest I could get to nature in Chi) smelled divine because of it. The trees were whispering a tune and the cardinals looked extra scarlet against the melting snow.
The crow tune was most excellent. I would also be very interested to hear how the crows liked it, should you ever play it for them.
Thank you for bringing balance and tranquility to Substack, Barbara!
Oh, that makes me so happy, Tonika, that you went to spend time with the Trees! I'll bet they were happy to see you, too! 🌲🌲🌲💚
What a beautiful and refreshing post, Barbara. You simply can't not reorient us back to the deeper themes and tracks and the essential role Nature - and all its creatures - plays in our lives. More, the interplay available when we notice.
Thank you for noticing. And for sharing what you notice.
I know what you mean - the mixed bag of our online world (I think I do) - and the depletion of energy it can create. What a tapestry. I'm happy I saw the woman who now lives and communicates with her bird. The crow song is lovely. I wouldn't have seen either had I not opened this post.
And your reflections, how you weave the patterns of your life, what you pay attention to, the synchronicities of this world and how it's always communicating with us, I appreciate most. Your acquired calm comes through and is very welcome.
As an Aries - I've been known for my firey aspect - which comes, with a double-edged sword. I like to think as I get older, I've gotten better at managing that, but admittedly, it sometimes still jumps on the back of my impatience and when it does - well - it can surprise even me.
Thank you for this lovely and wise post.
PS - If you try the experiment with Owen's song, please let us know if the crows show up. Best.
🦅🌲❄️
Thank you so much for your beautiful reflection, Kathleen! Yes, the Internet is indeed a mixed bag (just like the "real" world) and the blessing of it has been "meeting" so many wonderful souls (yours being a recent one!)
I hope I didn't sound too harsh about the fire signs 🔥 because I love them all! My sun is in Sagittarius and I have Leo and Aries friends. I love their firey spirits. But, of course there's so much more to us than our sun signs, and then there are those darn shadows...
I will definitely be playing Owen's song for the Crows. They're out there checking out my compost pile right now! XO
Not at all! You were quite balanced and made an excellent point. I was relating to it!
Sun signs and shadows, it's all in the crazy mix, along with signs and mysteries and birds and crow songs and... An infinitely amazing world.
I love reading how you engage it all in your quiet, wondrous, Nature-centric and unique way.❤️
Of course the life path 2 me always worries about those things... :) XO
Ah, beautiful friend, your wisdom is so gentle and caring. One of the things I love most about your captivating stories is not only the easy way you sprinkle straight up truth, but also in how they are like a peaceful river taking me on a journey for a few moments of my day. I so love your interpretation of the bird dream. This post is poetic and poignant. Love you and your quiet spirit that loves the natural world with fierce devotion.
Oh my, thank you, dear Amanda! You are such a gift to me - not many people understand the magic of it all like you do. So grateful to be walking this path together. I know that Bird Medicine has touched you recently with your Loon visitors. And thank you for the Snowflake - both in photo form and in my meditation! ❄️ 💗
Thank you for reading, J.R. ! 🩷