Dear Feathered Pipe Friends,
There is nothing quite so humbling as gazing up at a dark night sky packed with stars. We reflect in that moment how insignificant we—with our ego-driven problems—are against the backdrop of the infinite. Yet we are simultaneously an integral part of. It brings us comfort and humility.
We'd like to share two gems with you to virtually transport you to a state of equanimity.
Forest Walk
 One is the debut of our Art, Music, & Poetry of the Feathered Pipe series. "Forest Walk" is a poem by Judith Hanson Lasater that was inspired by her nocturnal
venture at Feathered Pipe. Coupled with awe-inspiring images, Judith's words lead us through an archetypal journey we have all experienced in some fashion—navigating the unknown, being in the dark, alone, afraid, and exposed, but through grounding presence finding comfort, belonging, security, and home.
The Dandelion Effect
The next is the latest episode of The Dandelion Effect podcast with Gary Lemons, poet, tree-planter, and long-time friend of Feathered Pipe. He talks of how the perfect balance exists within the infinite and how poetry, which is really another form of meditation, can help us connect to that. Gary shares his life's journey, his poetry, and how he profoundly experienced the freedom of forgiveness.
Join us for "Finding Freedom through Forgiveness."
While neither may quite be the same as actually gazing at the galaxy from the Feathered Pipe among friends, they are wonderful and accessible proxies. We hope to share a forest walk and star gaze with you soon at the Ranch.
With love and gratitude,
Crystal Water
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Gary Lemons: Finding Freedom Through Forgiveness
Gary tunes in today from his home in Washington state and we allow our exploration to take on a life of its own: discussing what it was like being “born into a house of women with no mother,” his early involvement in the counterculture movements of the 1960s in DC., his courtship with poetry, the laws of nature, genderlessness in infinity and much more.
Gary shares, tearfully, the incredible story of he and his father’s reconciliation after 35 years without communication or contact, and we get to sit back as Gary reads two poems: “The Elephant in the Room” from his newest book Original Grace (available in May) and “Freedom” from his book Fresh Horses.
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Creating Your Energetic Health with Lauren Walker
Join Energy Medicine Yoga creator Lauren Walker for a 7-week course all about creating energetic health in your body, inspiring and elevating joy and vitality. When your inner battery is charged and vibrant, you not only become happier, but more resilient to the stresses and challenges of everyday life.
Lauren will be at the Feathered Pipe Ranch, August 28 - September 4, for "The Hidden Power Of The Chakras."
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Feathered Pipe Foundation
P.O. Box 1682
Helena, MT 59624
(406) 442-8196
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