Folk Wisdom... Folk Arts... and words that want to be shared

Poetry from Claire Sylvan’s book, Turnings

Endurance

November trees at dusk
Stretch their bony arms triumphant
Into deepening purple,
Here, still here.

The leaves they birthed and nurtured
Through the long heat, drawing earth and fire,
Air and water, deepest Mystery,
Following ancient...

My grandmother tells the story of being the first in her neighbourhood to own a slow cooker. It was the wonder of the neighbourhood, and the soups and stews it produced became the requested favourite at every pot luck of family and friends. This soup was the classic fall offering and was a real...

A mini besom is a small broom traditionally used in various spiritual practices, particularly in earth-based, magical traditions. Typically made from natural materials like twigs or straw bound together with string, it symbolizes the act of clearing away negative energies or unwanted influences....

Tom is a husband and father, wishful poet, musician, photographer and philosopher. He sees life as a gift, every moment a blessing we are entitled to just once. Healing and wellness are a huge part of his life, and he is excited to help others stimulate better health and wellness in their lives....

Volunteer Spotlight

Chandan is our Ninth Wave Arts treasurer and has a way with making beautiful flowcharts to show us the numbers. She assists in the MiddleWorld Mystery cycles and is a fabulous note taker and tracker of all things. She has offered her hands at our Artisan Markets, taking care...