I am thrilled to share that the book I’ve been working on for the past four years, Seasons of a Wild Life, has been published by Bold Story Press.
Seasons of a Wild Life is an intimate journey through the seasons of the year and a love letter to our diverse and ancient human-nature interactions. It is based on my experiences as a homesteader and land steward in the Virginia Highlands, my deep interest in nature mythology and symbology from around the world, and my personal commitment to live lightly on the earth. I love to help others reconnect to nature through forest bathing, foraging classes, and retreats – and now my book.
The book takes you through the calendar year from January to December. In each chapter, you meet deities personifying nature’s forces that month, from frost giants to the Grain Mother.
You learn about nature celebrations still observed around the world, from the winter solstice to ancient Beltane merriment to harvest festivals. You come to know the animals that live in our mountain environment—bear, snake, deer, spider—and hear about their habits and cultural symbolism.
You meander through garden and landscape witnessing the frosty, fallow land in winter, the exuberant eruption of the life force in spring, and the voluptuous abundance of autumn.
You discover wild plants that offer beauty, food, and medicine, from stinging nettle to elderberry to witch hazel. You may feel inspired to learn a new skill or embrace a concept that connects earth-friendly practices to the challenges facing us as a world community.
You can find out more on my author website.
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