 October 2019 Newsletter
“Power Animals” “What does that bird on your wrist represent?” asked a gal before water exercise class started. “I got this tattoo when I was going through a really tough time,” I answered. “Turkey vulture reminds me to surrender to what is. Spiritually, they are the purifiers. In nature vultures eat the diseased animals but their poop is clear of the disease. This tattoo reminds me to surrender my dis-ease to the power and wisdom of Turkey Vulture.” “Oh, that is so cool! We have a nesting pair by our house,” She replied. "How wonderful!" I replied. The lively music started going and it was time to mimic the instructor’s motions. As I worked out, I was drawn back in time to when turkey vulture introduced itself to me as a power animal. I was in a place of emotional dis-ease when I noticed four, large, gliding, black birds circling the car. They seemed to follow the four of us as we drove the unfamiliar roads. It was odd but interesting. My interest became fascination during the next couple of days. I’d look up to the heavens and there would be at least one vulture overhead serenely floating on the air currents above me. It was very curious how comforting it was to be followed and surrounded by this large bird. During the event that was causing dis-ease within me, I called to the energy, the wisdom, of turkey vulture and I’d see one above the water at the beach. As I moved locations, another one would be floating over the reception area. The uncomfortable feelings I was having, the suffering in my heart, was eased a bit as I opened to the power of these peaceful birds. I accepted the “Isness” and was able to experience moments of Peace. Since that introductory experience, turkey vulture has been my constant power animal ever since. I honor them with the tattoo on my wrist. It might sound weird to find energetic support in a power animal but really what are school and sport mascots? They are forms of power animals that we use to invoke courage, team spirit and confidence. At Crow Moon Healing, we believe and embrace the wisdom of power animals. **************************************************************************** Up Coming Events at Crow Moon Healing Peace & Power When Life Hits the Fan Getting and Staying Present in a Chaotic Worrld A Women's Retreat Saturday October 12 9-5pm 15 minutes North of Madison at Crow Moon Healing B&B Optional Fire Circle & Ceremony 5:30-8pm Life is challenging, we live in a changing culture and are hit by a constant stream of tough news. It's easy to lose balance and fall into resignation or despair. You need peace. You need access to your personal power, no matter what life throws at you. -WE WILL EXPLORE what getting present means and what gets in our way -LEARN how our brains help or hinder our relationship with the past, the future, and the present -SEE the power of embracing being in the moment -FEEL the possibility with letting go of the past and future to be right where you are right now -EXPERIENCE the energetic shift that is a natural result of operating from the present -FIND the sense of hopefulness and peace by being present in your life on a regular basis You will also be guided through Shamanic techniques that will support your transformation from believing in and perpetuating old “pain stories” to believing in your Divine self and purpose. Tracy Thaden Shamanic Healing & Coaching www.wiseoakshamanichealing.com/events Elisabeth O. Norton Health Coach Speaker + Teacher Details & Registrationwww.areallybiglife.com/peacepower19 on both websites
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 September 2019 “Divine Order and the Flow of Things” I am in constant amazement with how life flows. From the little things, like daily activities of maintaining my house as a bed and breakfast, and not so little things, like being able to surrender to experiences that appear to be negative, like relationship stresses. I love it when I don’t react to an untasteful experience but rather hold my seat, observe, be present and surrender sooner, rather than later, the person or situation over to Divine Order. At times, I know what I want, and that’s great, but there are a lot of times when I’m not sure what is right for me, or for others, so I give it over to spirit and listen to the wisdom of my heart and allow myself to be held, supported and guided by the Creator of All. I’m not psychic. I cannot tell the fortune of others or myself, but I have dreams, hopes and feelings about things. I give myself space and time to hold my dreams tenderly but then I surrender them to the Creator and let it go. I pay attention, loosely, and hold the energy of curiosity, doing my best not to sit in fear when something arises that appears contrary to what I had hoped for. I have learned through some tough experiences, that sometimes things have to get shaken up a bit before settling into place. I don’t always know what’s in my highest and best good either, so I surrender to a power that is far greater than myself and give gratitude for where I’m at. My days flow, sometimes like a fast river and other times like a trickling creek, but they do flow. I love it when I recognize the flow. The flow is Divine Order, answering a prayer, a hope, a deep desire. Divine Order is free and for everyone and that is so cool! May the flow be with you! Blessings, Karen **************************************************************************** Up Coming Events at Crow Moon Healing Peace & Power When Life Hits the Fan Getting and Staying Present in a Chaotic Worrld A Women's Retreat Saturday October 12 9-5pm 15 minutes North of Madison at Crow Moon Healing B&B Optional Fire Circle & Ceremony 5:30-8pm Life is challenging, we live in a changing culture and are hit by a constant stream of tough news. It's easy to lose balance and fall into resignation or despair. You need peace. You need access to your personal power, no matter what life throws at you. -WE WILL EXPLORE what getting present means and what gets in our way -LEARN how our brains help or hinder our relationship with the past, the future, and the present -SEE the power of embracing being in the moment -FEEL the possibility with letting go of the past and future to be right where you are right now -EXPERIENCE the energetic shift that is a natural result of operating from the present -FIND the sense of hopefulness and peace by being present in your life on a regular basis You will also be guided through Shamanic techniques that will support your transformation from believing in and perpetuating old “pain stories” to believing in your Divine self and purpose. Tracy Thaden Shamanic Healing & Coaching www.wiseoakshamanichealing.com/events Elisabeth O. Norton Health Coach Speaker + Teacher Details & Registrationwww.areallybiglife.com/peacepower19 on both websites August Newsletter 2019
“The Power of Healing Intentions” My lip quivered, my right leg fussed and twitched, my eyes squeezed shut as I felt the anger and pain rise up from deep within. I was feeling out a healing intention with the support of my shamanic teacher, Debra Morrill and the group of students that signed up for the practicum, an extension of the 2 ½ year medicine wheel. I have been doing this deep inner work of the soul continuously for over 7 years. I know that when my body reacts physically and I’m feeling emotionally vulnerable, that I’ve gotten to the core of what’s coming up for healing. Like a pouty 5-year old, I shared with the group, “I’m Karen and I Forgive.” It didn’t feel good to say this at first, as there was trauma surfacing with it. In fact, it was hard. I repeated, “I’m Karen and I Forgive” several times with the group holding space for me, just as I held space for them earlier. Creating this healing intention wasn’t easy, but after experiencing the positive effects from many classes and medicine wheels with Debra, I trust the process. I know that as soon as the healing intention is set, the universe meets me and brings forth the experiences, people and awareness to facilitate healing. All I need to do is be show up for myself and keep my heart open. In fact, the healing from my first medicine wheel was so profound, I exclaimed to Debra, “I don’t ever want to stop!” And I haven’t. Using healing intentions as a guide, a mantra, a goal, a prayer, our energy and perspectives shift and healing happens. I reflect on the intentions I’ve set over the years, “I Align with My Soul”, “I Hold Space Beautifully”, “I Matter”, “I Embrace My Gifts”. I marvel at the transformation I experienced through them. Although setting healing intentions and doing the deep inner work of the soul is not easy, it’s life changing, for the better. The empathic, fear driven, co-dependent person I was before would be totally impressed and flabbergasted with the person I am today; the owner of Crow Moon Healing Bed and Breakfast, a place for people to come, rest, have fun, learn, heal and connect with Spirit and animal friends. I can honestly say, “I love my life!” If you are curious and want to know more about creating healing intentions for yourself or participate in any of Debra Morrill’s classes contact me through my email crowmoonhealing@gmail.comor Debra at debramorrill6@icloud.com. Blessings, Karen **************************************************************************** Up Coming Events "Connecting with Divine Spirit through Shamanism" A two-day basic shamanism workshop led by Debra Morrill August 17 - 18, 2019 Saturday, August 17 from 9am-9pm Sunday, August 18 from 9am-4pm From the beginning of time, indigenous cultures on every continent shared a shamanic spiritual view. Our forebears lived close to the earth, deeply in tune with her cycles and seasons, the elements and nature. In this connection, they found their spirituality. They believed that every living being had a spirit- not just people, but also animals, trees, stones, and plants. They commonly traveled into the spirit realm to communicate and interact with power animals, spirit guides and nature spirits. Through exploring the basics of shamanism, we can rekindle our connection to the divine and develop our ability to communicate directly with Spirit to receive guidance on our spiritual path. In this two-day experiential workshop, you will:
Debra Morrill, B.A., has a shamanic healing practice in Prairie du Sac, Wi. She specializes in compassionate repossession, ancestral healing and curse unraveling. She leads a six-month ancestral healing circle and a two-year shamanic training program. Visit her website at debramorrill.com for more information about shamanism, spirituality and personal healing. Cost for the two-day basic shamanism workshop: $330 with early registration by August 8- OR- $375 after August 8. Meals included in the workshop fee: snacks, lunch on Saturday, breakfast on Sunday and lunch on Sunday. Healthy and delicious food is served, with gluten-free options. Dinner on Saturday evening is potluck style before the evening fire ceremony and celebration. Basic lodging is available at Crow Moon Healing for no extra charge. There are a variety of beds, air mattresses and sofas available. Or bring a tent and camp. Registration or more information: Contact Debra Morrill at 608-279-4319 or email debramorrill@charter.net. ***************************************************************** Peace & Power When Life Hits the Fan Getting and Staying Present in a Chaotic Worrld A Women's Retreat Saturday October 12 9-5pm 15 minutes North of Madison at Crow Moon Healing B&B Optional Fire Circle & Ceremony 5:30-8pm Life is challenging, we live in a changing culture and are hit by a constant stream of tough news. It's easy to lose balance and fall into resignation or despair. You need peace. You need access to your personal power, no matter what life throws at you. -WE WILL EXPLORE what getting present means and what gets in our way -LEARN how our brains help or hinder our relationship with the past, the future, and the present -SEE the power of embracing being in the moment -FEEL the possibility with letting go of the past and future to be right where you are right now -EXPERIENCE the energetic shift that is a natural result of operating from the present -FIND the sense of hopefulness and peace by being present in your life on a regular basis You will also be guided through Shamanic techniques that will support your transformation from believing in and perpetuating old “pain stories” to believing in your Divine self and purpose. Tracy Thaden Shamanic Healing & Coaching www.wiseoakshamanichealing.com/events Elisabeth O. Norton Health Coach Speaker + Teacher Details & Registrationwww.areallybiglife.com/peacepower19 on both websites  Newsletter July 2019
“I Matter” This past weekend, the first shamanic medicine wheel at Crow Moon Healing came to a close. This two and a half year course, led by Debra Morrill, shamanic healer and practitioner, provides a container of love and light to do the deep inner work of the soul. We all are going through cycles in our life whether it’s with work, home, family or aging. These cycles or wheels are a natural part of life. We get to choose how we experience these cycles. I use to approach all changes in life with trepidation, and fear, using control and manipulation to create a sense of stability. I would resist the “Isness” of situations and in return would ache emotionally and physically, causing suffering for myself. The medicine wheel is a healing circle. By being a participant in the wheel you are creating an intention for yourself that is healing. For me, it was “I Matter”. For two and a half years I worked with spirit to heal the parts of myself that blocked me from seeing that “I Matter”. I discovered shadow pieces, beliefs and agreements that I acknowledged, embraced and let go of, which had in the past, prevented me from putting myself first in my life. There is magic when a group of people commit to an intention of healing for themselves and others. You reap the benefit of your healing intention along with the ripple effect of other’s healing intentions. The shifts and changes can be profound, it only requires you to be open and show up for yourself. I am so grateful for the healing that I’ve experienced in the medicine wheel. And I am honored to be hosting, Debra Morrill at Crow Moon Healing with classes that heal the soul. The next Medicine Wheel begins January 2021. If you are interested in participating in a shamanic medicine wheel at Crow Moon Healing with Debra Morrill, note that there are pre-requisite classes. One of the classes is “Connecting with Divine Spirit through Shamanism” a weekend of shamanism basics, which is being held at Crow Moon Healing August 17-18 2019. Blessings, Karen *************************************************** Up Coming Events "Connecting with Divine Spirit through Shamanism" A two-day basic shamanism workshop led by Debra Morrill August 17 - 18, 2019 Saturday, August 17 from 9am-9pm Sunday, August 18 from 9am-4pm From the beginning of time, indigenous cultures on every continent shared a shamanic spiritual view. Our forebears lived close to the earth, deeply in tune with her cycles and seasons, the elements and nature. In this connection, they found their spirituality. They believed that every living being had a spirit- not just people, but also animals, trees, stones, and plants. They commonly traveled into the spirit realm to communicate and interact with power animals, spirit guides and nature spirits. Through exploring the basics of shamanism, we can rekindle our connection to the divine and develop our ability to communicate directly with Spirit to receive guidance on our spiritual path. In this two-day experiential workshop, you will:
Debra Morrill, B.A., has a shamanic healing practice in Prairie du Sac, Wi. She specializes in compassionate repossession, ancestral healing and curse unraveling. She leads a six-month ancestral healing circle and a two-year shamanic training program. Visit her website at debramorrill.com for more information about shamanism, spirituality and personal healing. Cost for the two-day basic shamanism workshop: $330 with early registration by August 8- OR- $375 after August 8. Meals included in the workshop fee: snacks, lunch on Saturday, breakfast on Sunday and lunch on Sunday. Healthy and delicious food is served, with gluten-free options. Dinner on Saturday evening is potluck style before the evening fire ceremony and celebration. Basic lodging is available at Crow Moon Healing for no extra charge. There are a variety of beds, air mattresses and sofas available. Or bring a tent and camp. Registration or more information: Contact Debra Morrill at 608-279-4319 or email debramorrill@charter.net.  Newsletter June 2019
“A Change in Perspective” Sadly, this spring, we lost two chicken sisters, Mildred and Myrtle. Marianne is a lone chicken now and she showed signs of distress. She stopped eating her feed, and wasn’t even interested in the expensive meal worms I’d gotten. The few eggs she laid were weak shelled and then she stopped laying altogether. The saddest thing to witness was she didn’t even want to leave the garage. I’m not sure what a chicken goes through when they lose friends. Perhaps she was in mourning. Perhaps she had trauma from witnessing what happened to them. I can only go by what I observed. She was not acting the same. Marianne wouldn’t leave the safety of the garage without an escort. Call me crazy if you want but I swear the pig, William, had an understanding of the situation. Molly too, seemed sympathetic. I observed the two of them, on more than one occasion, taking turns being with Marianne. The goat would leave the garage with Marianne following and go out to feed while William napped and then William would waddle out, the chicken would switch to shadowing the pig and Molly would retreat for a nap. It made sense that Marianne felt safe being with these larger friends. She could then relax enough to feed on the bugs and worms. I decided to join in supporting Marianne. I knew what she would like to do. I decided to dig in the flower bed with her. To be honest, I hate weeding! I’ve allowed the flowers to battle the weeds without me and the flowers aren’t fairing too well. But, I knew that digging in the dirt would bring Marianne pleasure so my perspective about weeding shifted. I didn’t think of it as weeding the flowers, I was just keeping Marianne company for a bit. I been making it a daily practice to weed with Marianne. She struts after me when she sees I have my garden claw. She clucks and coos while I scratch in the dirt with my metal prongs that look and behave like a giant chicken foot. She joins in the dirt scratching with gusto. With her sharp vision, she grabs grubs and worms before I notice them. Weeding in this way has become enjoyable! It’s enjoyable to watch Marianne light up and interact with the activity of weeding. A task that I didn’t care for, was no longer a chore. I had shifted my perspective. I was supporting my feathered friend, Marianne, who had lost her sisters. I was digging in the dirt, pulling some weeds because it made me happy to make Marianne happy. With this change in perspective, I discovered that weeding wasn’t distasteful, it was actually peaceful, joyful! Weeding got done while I was being present with Marianne! If I could change my perspective about weeding, perhaps I could do the same with other activities. What if I could find the joy in Fred’s irritating habits? I’ve spent 33 years getting pissed off with my husband’s sleep walking eating habits. Finding food reserved for a special occasion, like a birthday cake, with a gouge out of the center or discovering milk in the cupboard or crumbs on the furniture. What if I approached it from a place of curiosity and playfulness, like I did weeding with Marianne? I could treat every morning like a treasure hunt! “Wonder what I’ll find today?” I could say to myself with a chuckle. I’m so motivated by the experience with the chicken, perhaps I will try it with Fred! At Crow Moon Healing, we encourage experiencing and learning from Marianne, the chicken and all the animal friends. ****************************************************************************** Up coming events at Crow Moon Healing Bed and Breakfast Healing the Red Thread: An Ancestral Healing Workshop The weekend of June 22-23, 2019 Crow Moon Healing • 6472 Breunig Road, rural Mazomanie, WI The genetics passed down to us from our ancestors determine the color of our eyes and hair. We receive much more than just physical traits from our ancestors, though. We also receive their wounds and unfinished business. The circle will focus on gently shifting the heavy burden of inherited ancestral energy and bringing healing to the family line. The ability to journey and receive intuitive guidance during guided meditations is helpful. In this experiential weekend workshop, you will: • meet your family totem and ancestor allies to connect with their guidance and wisdom for healing • reclaim gifts from the ancestral lineage • clear family patterns and agreements that no longer serve you • call back ancestral soul essence and power lost to wounds in the family line To register or for more information, please contact Debra Morrill at 608-279-4319 or debramorrill@charter.net. "Connecting with Divine Spirit through Shamanism" A two-day basic shamanism workshop led by Debra Morrill August 17 - 18, 2019 Saturday, August 17 from 9am-9pm Sunday, August 18 from 9am-4pm From the beginning of time, indigenous cultures on every continent shared a shamanic spiritual view. Our forebears lived close to the earth, deeply in tune with her cycles and seasons, the elements and nature. In this connection, they found their spirituality. They believed that every living being had a spirit- not just people, but also animals, trees, stones, and plants. They commonly traveled into the spirit realm to communicate and interact with power animals, spirit guides and nature spirits. Through exploring the basics of shamanism, we can rekindle our connection to the divine and develop our ability to communicate directly with Spirit to receive guidance on our spiritual path. In this two-day experiential workshop, you will:
Debra Morrill, B.A., has a shamanic healing practice in Prairie du Sac, Wi. She specializes in compassionate repossession, ancestral healing and curse unraveling. She leads a six-month ancestral healing circle and a two-year shamanic training program. Visit her website at debramorrill.com for more information about shamanism, spirituality and personal healing. Cost for the two-day basic shamanism workshop: $330 with early registration by August 8- OR- $375 after August 8. Meals included in the workshop fee: snacks, lunch on Saturday, breakfast on Sunday and lunch on Sunday. Healthy and delicious food is served, with gluten-free options. Dinner on Saturday evening is potluck style before the evening fire ceremony and celebration. Basic lodging is available at Crow Moon Healing for no extra charge. There are a variety of beds, air mattresses and sofas available. Or bring a tent and camp. Registration or more information: Contact Debra Morrill at 608-279-4319 or email debramorrill@charter.net.  Newsletter June 2019
“A Change in Perspective” Sadly, this spring, we lost two chicken sisters, Mildred and Myrtle. Marianne is a lone chicken now and she showed signs of distress. She stopped eating her feed, and wasn’t even interested in the expensive meal worms I’d gotten. The few eggs she laid were weak shelled and then she stopped laying altogether. The saddest thing to witness was she didn’t even want to leave the garage. I’m not sure what a chicken goes through when they lose friends. Perhaps she was in mourning. Perhaps she had trauma from witnessing what happened to them. I can only go by what I observed. She was not acting the same. Marianne wouldn’t leave the safety of the garage without an escort. Call me crazy if you want but I swear the pig, William, had an understanding of the situation. Molly too, seemed sympathetic. I observed the two of them, on more than one occasion, taking turns being with Marianne. The goat would leave the garage with Marianne following and go out to feed while William napped and then William would waddle out, the chicken would switch to shadowing the pig and Molly would retreat for a nap. It made sense that Marianne felt safe being with these larger friends. She could then relax enough to feed on the bugs and worms. I decided to join in supporting Marianne. I knew what she would like to do. I decided to dig in the flower bed with her. To be honest, I hate weeding! I’ve allowed the flowers to battle the weeds without me and the flowers aren’t fairing too well. But, I knew that digging in the dirt would bring Marianne pleasure so my perspective about weeding shifted. I didn’t think of it as weeding the flowers, I was just keeping Marianne company for a bit. I been making it a daily practice to weed with Marianne. She struts after me when she sees I have my garden claw. She clucks and coos while I scratch in the dirt with my metal prongs that look and behave like a giant chicken foot. She joins in the dirt scratching with gusto. With her sharp vision, she grabs grubs and worms before I notice them. Weeding in this way has become enjoyable! It’s enjoyable to watch Marianne light up and interact with the activity of weeding. A task that I didn’t care for, was no longer a chore. I had shifted my perspective. I was supporting my feathered friend, Marianne, who had lost her sisters. I was digging in the dirt, pulling some weeds because it made me happy to make Marianne happy. With this change in perspective, I discovered that weeding wasn’t distasteful, it was actually peaceful, joyful! Weeding got done while I was being present with Marianne! If I could change my perspective about weeding, perhaps I could do the same with other activities. What if I could find the joy in Fred’s irritating habits? I’ve spent 33 years getting pissed off with my husband’s sleep walking eating habits. Finding food reserved for a special occasion, like a birthday cake, with a gouge out of the center or discovering milk in the cupboard or crumbs on the furniture. What if I approached it from a place of curiosity and playfulness, like I did weeding with Marianne? I could treat every morning like a treasure hunt! “Wonder what I’ll find today?” I could say to myself with a chuckle. I’m so motivated by the experience with the chicken, perhaps I will try it with Fred! At Crow Moon Healing, we encourage experiencing and learning from Marianne, the chicken and all the animal friends. ****************************************************************************** Up coming events at Crow Moon Healing Bed and Breakfast Healing the Red Thread: An Ancestral Healing Workshop The weekend of June 22-23, 2019 Crow Moon Healing • 6472 Breunig Road, rural Mazomanie, WI The genetics passed down to us from our ancestors determine the color of our eyes and hair. We receive much more than just physical traits from our ancestors, though. We also receive their wounds and unfinished business. The circle will focus on gently shifting the heavy burden of inherited ancestral energy and bringing healing to the family line. The ability to journey and receive intuitive guidance during guided meditations is helpful. In this experiential weekend workshop, you will: • meet your family totem and ancestor allies to connect with their guidance and wisdom for healing • reclaim gifts from the ancestral lineage • clear family patterns and agreements that no longer serve you • call back ancestral soul essence and power lost to wounds in the family line To register or for more information, please contact Debra Morrill at 608-279-4319 or debramorrill@charter.net. "Connecting with Divine Spirit through Shamanism" A two-day basic shamanism workshop led by Debra Morrill August 17 - 18, 2019 Saturday, August 17 from 9am-9pm Sunday, August 18 from 9am-4pm From the beginning of time, indigenous cultures on every continent shared a shamanic spiritual view. Our forebears lived close to the earth, deeply in tune with her cycles and seasons, the elements and nature. In this connection, they found their spirituality. They believed that every living being had a spirit- not just people, but also animals, trees, stones, and plants. They commonly traveled into the spirit realm to communicate and interact with power animals, spirit guides and nature spirits. Through exploring the basics of shamanism, we can rekindle our connection to the divine and develop our ability to communicate directly with Spirit to receive guidance on our spiritual path. In this two-day experiential workshop, you will:
Debra Morrill, B.A., has a shamanic healing practice in Prairie du Sac, Wi. She specializes in compassionate repossession, ancestral healing and curse unraveling. She leads a six-month ancestral healing circle and a two-year shamanic training program. Visit her website at debramorrill.com for more information about shamanism, spirituality and personal healing. Cost for the two-day basic shamanism workshop: $330 with early registration by August 8- OR- $375 after August 8. Meals included in the workshop fee: snacks, lunch on Saturday, breakfast on Sunday and lunch on Sunday. Healthy and delicious food is served, with gluten-free options. Dinner on Saturday evening is potluck style before the evening fire ceremony and celebration. Basic lodging is available at Crow Moon Healing for no extra charge. There are a variety of beds, air mattresses and sofas available. Or bring a tent and camp. Registration or more information: Contact Debra Morrill at 608-279-4319 or email debramorrill@charter.net.  May 2019 Newsletter
"Expecting?" Molly gazed up at Ann as we walked up the hill. I sensed she was admiring the little girl, Laureline, in Ann’s arms. “You know I’m expecting a kid any day now?” Molly said to Ann. “Molly, you’re not pregnant,” I informed the goat for the hundredth time. Molly gave me a goat glare and continued to energetically connect with Ann. “I am too pregnant! I’m due any day!” Molly argued. Ann, an empathic soul, who has dealt with many channeled animal conversations in her life, sighed, “Oh Molly, it’s got to be tough wanting a baby so badly.” Molly, feeling rejected, walked away her udders swinging. It was February when I noticed that Molly’s udders began bagging up. I’ve never had a goat before so I didn’t know if goats start swelling in their udders at the age of two as part of a natural process or some kind of immaculate conception was taking place at Crow Moon Healing. As time passed, and Molly began looking a bit pregnant in the belly as well as continuing enlarging her udders, I reached out to a gal who had goats via facebook. I sent the woman pictures of Molly’s udder. The woman asked if she was around other goats birthing and if I’m sure that a male goat didn’t breed her. I explained the situation. “Ummm ya, Molly is my only goat and she thinks she’s married to William the pig and harasses him when she’s in heat but he’s adamant he had nothing to do with this, and besides he’s neutered. In fact, the only in-tact male we have is the bunny and he says he’s not interested in the goat.” Although that got a laugh from the lady, I’m not so sure she knew I actually had the conversation with William and Book-a-Boo Bunny. I was told that Molly was experiencing a pseudo pregnancy, which means her body is acting pregnant. Basically, Molly wants to be a mom so bad she’s got her body playing along. I guess this is not too uncommon with goats, but usually happens when their around other pregnant goats and babies. Molly has no goat friends. She’s got a grumpy boyfriend of a different species. The vet came out and verified what the goat lady told me, that it’s no harm to her to be fake pregnant and it’ll take its course and she’ll just go back to normal, eventually. I can’t help but feel sorry for Molly. She’s so settled on having a kid. She’s less hyper, more grounded, actually she’s content, gentle even. As I write this on the deck I see her sunning herself by the rocks. She had spent the morning grazing with William and the chicken sisters and now she’s sunning her belly. I can’t help but hope that perhaps a buck living five miles down the road came over one day, without my awareness, and gave Molly the gift of conceiving. I’ve sure appreciated her mellowing out, so has the pig. I knew last fall that Molly was depressed. I felt she wanted a baby and I thought about getting her a little friend instead but wasn’t ready. I picked Alfred, a Jersey bull calf this spring but she’s not taking to him as a nanny goat. He’s her size. She wants her own baby. I can’t blame her. I wonder how Molly will handle it when the pregnancy dries up and there is no baby. Will she go back into her version of depression? Well, Molly’s got my attention and I know exactly what she wants. She’s communicated loud and clear. Perhaps, I should go talk to the buck five miles down the road. ************************************************ Up coming events at Crow Moon Healing Bed and Breakfast Healing the Red Thread: An Ancestral Healing Workshop The weekend of June 22-23, 2019 Crow Moon Healing • 6472 Breunig Road, rural Mazomanie, WI The genetics passed down to us from our ancestors determine the color of our eyes and hair. We receive much more than just physical traits from our ancestors, though. We also receive their wounds and unfinished business. The circle will focus on gently shifting the heavy burden of inherited ancestral energy and bringing healing to the family line. The ability to journey and receive intuitive guidance during guided meditations is helpful. In this experiential weekend workshop, you will: • meet your family totem and ancestor allies to connect with their guidance and wisdom for healing • reclaim gifts from the ancestral lineage • clear family patterns and agreements that no longer serve you • call back ancestral soul essence and power lost to wounds in the family line To register or for more information, please contact Debra Morrill at 608-279-4319 or debramorrill@charter.net. "Connecting with Divine Spirit through Shamanism" A two-day basic shamanism workshop led by Debra Morrill August 17 - 18, 2019 Saturday, August 17 from 9am-9pm Sunday, August 18 from 9am-4pm From the beginning of time, indigenous cultures on every continent shared a shamanic spiritual view. Our forebears lived close to the earth, deeply in tune with her cycles and seasons, the elements and nature. In this connection, they found their spirituality. They believed that every living being had a spirit- not just people, but also animals, trees, stones, and plants. They commonly traveled into the spirit realm to communicate and interact with power animals, spirit guides and nature spirits. Through exploring the basics of shamanism, we can rekindle our connection to the divine and develop our ability to communicate directly with Spirit to receive guidance on our spiritual path. In this two-day experiential workshop, you will:
Debra Morrill, B.A., has a shamanic healing practice in Prairie du Sac, Wi. She specializes in compassionate repossession, ancestral healing and curse unraveling. She leads a six-month ancestral healing circle and a two-year shamanic training program. Visit her website at debramorrill.com for more information about shamanism, spirituality and personal healing. Cost for the two-day basic shamanism workshop: $330 with early registration by August 8- OR- $375 after August 8. Meals included in the workshop fee: snacks, lunch on Saturday, breakfast on Sunday and lunch on Sunday. Healthy and delicious food is served, with gluten-free options. Dinner on Saturday evening is potluck style before the evening fire ceremony and celebration. Basic lodging is available at Crow Moon Healing for no extra charge. There are a variety of beds, air mattresses and sofas available. Or bring a tent and camp. Registration or more information: Contact Debra Morrill at 608-279-4319 or email debramorrill@charter.net.  “Pray for a Miracle” Last week, Fred and I picked up Alfred, a Jersey bull calf, a week old, and otherwise destined for the Texas rodeos. He was full of energy, curious and healthy. I got him nested in the converted dog kennel that Fred divided up into two parts. One part was free from drafts and inclement weather and the other had access to the fresh air. Sweet lodgings for a little guy like Alfred. Fred and I got rubber mats to cover the cement floor and I piled the wood shavings. I wanted Alfred to feel comfy cozy. The first morning Alfred guzzled his milk replacer and was chipper, but by evening he wasn’t interested in any milk. Alfred declined rapidly from the spunky little boy we brought home to a mopey, scouring, hot mess. I tried a few tricks I recalled from my days of working on a farm but this little guy wasn’t cooperating. As I sat with him trying to encourage him to drink electrolytes, the past kept me company. Memories of when a calf died of scours, the times I tried to tube feed a calf so it wouldn’t dehydrate but died anyways, and the times when sickness took a toll on the population and I had felt helpless. I knew that the stories running in my head of the past was putting leverage on the present situation and that if I continued playing the record of failure, I would be holding that energy with Alfred. I needed to shift the energy from a place of fear to one of love. As I looked into the big brown eyes of Alfred, I decided to support him with a different energy. I prayed for help to shift my perspective and open my heart. I prayed for a miracle. Miracles are all around. The fact that I’m here, me, is a miracle. I think of all the people in my heritage that had to survive enough to conceive before dying to produce this body, personality and character of Karen, me, is a miracle. There are so many miracles happening in a day I can’t keep up with them. Like the fact that my body breathes on its own, without being reminded, and my heart beats and I’ve got like trillions of cells in my body all doing their thing, just for me, that’s amazing! Praying for a miracle for a brown-eyed Jersey calf is not a waste of miracles. There is no limit, nothing too big or too small or too much for the Creator. When I pray for a miracle, I’m not asking for control of an outcome. I don’t direct God or plead for what I think is best. Instead, I surrender. I open up my heart like a flower, letting go of the fear around losing Alfred and ask to see the situation differently, from a place of love. I’m asking for a shift of perspective, to see the beauty in the painful experience. As I caressed Alfred I prayed. “Oh Great Spirit, creator of all, I ask for a miracle here. Help me not go down the road of fear. Help me let go of the events of the past so I may be present in this moment with Alfred. Illuminate the possibilities of healing. Guide my actions. Help me see the blessings in this experience. I trust that all will be well.” I felt Spirits presence with me and it’s not because I prayed that spirit showed up, but in praying, I focused my energy on the Divine and opened myself up to feel the energy. Love is everywhere, but in my fear for Alfred, I had closed myself off. Prayer is the instrument that opens us up. So, last week, I prayed for a miracle for Alfred. I got curious about how this experience was going to enfold. I’d find myself in the place of fear periodically and I’d surrender and pray again. Alfred didn’t just get better on his own. I had asked for a miracle which is a change in perspective. With the heaviness from the stories alleviated, I had clarity on the next step and trusted. I connected with two lovely vets, both compassionate and supportive. Alfred got great care with a two-night stay at the vet and then he got pneumonia after coming home. The opportunity arose that I got to know the vet, Melissa, better. She came to see Alfred at the house and we discovered we lived near-by. She’s a down-to-earth, kind person, a farmer’s wife and mother of two. Her energy was grounding, kind, supportive. She got me set up with daily shots and pills and then she continued supporting Alfred through text messaging. Alfred improved daily. Then, I woke up with Alfred’s scour symptoms. Melissa supported me through navigating care for myself. Alfred is much better. He pranced around the yard this morning with the goat, Molly. Is that a miracle? For the last several days, I got to experience my husband and my dear friends, Debra and Nancy supporting Alfred and me in our illness. Is that a miracle? I met a vet that I adore and admire. Is that perhaps part of the miracle? I got several days being physically unproductive finding a measure of empathy for others dealing with intestinal issues and I’m sure there is more miracles, big and small, happening that I haven’t discovered yet, but I keep looking for them because it’s fun! At Crow Moon Healing, we pray for miracles! ************************************************ Up coming events at Crow Moon Healing Bed and Breakfast Healing the Red Thread: An Ancestral Healing Workshop The weekend of June 22-23, 2019 Crow Moon Healing • 6472 Breunig Road, rural Mazomanie, WI The genetics passed down to us from our ancestors determine the color of our eyes and hair. We receive much more than just physical traits from our ancestors, though. We also receive their wounds and unfinished business. The circle will focus on gently shifting the heavy burden of inherited ancestral energy and bringing healing to the family line. The ability to journey and receive intuitive guidance during guided meditations is helpful. In this experiential weekend workshop, you will: • meet your family totem and ancestor allies to connect with their guidance and wisdom for healing • reclaim gifts from the ancestral lineage • clear family patterns and agreements that no longer serve you • call back ancestral soul essence and power lost to wounds in the family line To register or for more information, please contact Debra Morrill at 608-279-4319 or debramorrill@charter.net.  “Why Forgive?” I pulled up to the house with my grandson to find a prancing goat communicating a “TADAH!” message. I closed my eyes and took a moment to breath. While I was gone to pick up my grandson, his birthday gift was delivered by the Fed-ex man and put on the porch. Molly Marie, the ambitious goat, took the package, broke it open, then opened the puzzle box, took the puzzle pieces and sprinkled them from their plastic bag in a small area in front of the garage. The floor sized puzzle of the solar system, Finn’s latest obsession, looked like it came from the free box at a garage sale, as some of the pieces were wet, others mauled and some had missing chunks. Well happy birthday. It’s frustrating sometimes with Molly, but I had an opportunity to practice forgiveness. We’ve all been hurt, by family, friends, children, spouses and perhaps by furry friends, like Molly. Some of the hurts feel like pin pricks to the heart and other’s like knives to the back. Some hurts feel like sucker punches to the stomach and some like shackles around the ankles. Holding onto the hurt in defense doesn’t work. Sadness, anger, and resentment builds and becomes a heavy burden that we carry with us wherever we go. Holding onto pain ends up blocking us from love. We’ve also hurt others, family, friends, children, spouses and perhaps some furry friends. We hurt with words, actions, absences and miscommunications. The pain we cause can also block us from love as we hold onto the guilt or shame of what we’ve done or said. This too, is a heavy energy to carry and also blocks us from love. Without forgiveness, the energetic heaviness of pain and suffering become our constant companions. Our perspectives on life becomes negative. Holding resentment or shame snowballs and we can really go down a dark and lonely road, not able to be fully present with anyone, especially ourselves. The emotional pain that is carried can be expressed through physical pain and illness. Why do this to ourselves when we can forgive? I’m getting better at recognizing the patterns of behavior that hurt triggers within me. The negative talk in my head, blaming or shaming internally of others or myself, the attempts at isolating myself from people or the “keeping busy” to avoid connection. Eventually, I’m guided to notice my behavior, my internal dialogue and this stuck, yuck energy. I don’t like the feeling or the compounded effects, like strained relationships in other areas of my life or repeated negative experiences. In order to get relief from the agony and pain I begin to consider forgiving. I say “consider” because frankly forgiving someone, especially myself, takes a bit of time and practice. But I know that taking the time to sit with and consider forgiving myself and others will slowly lead to lifting my energetic, emotional and physical being and return me to a state of balance and wellbeing. A state of love. I get closer to forgiveness by praying. First, I pray for help! Short and to the point. “HELP!” I then, eventually, pray to see the situation differently, asking to see the beauty in the pain or the lesson. I also put myself or the other person in the light, seeing that we all are doing the best we can. AND sometimes I just surrender saying, “I forgive you ___________ and I release you to Great Spirit.” This is a practice for me so I repeat and repeat these exercises, sometimes several times daily, noticing the shift from energetic bondage of pain to peace. Why Forgive? I forgive because I want to see the light within myself and other’s. I forgive because the energy of love attracts more love while the energy of resentment and pain leads to more of the same. I forgive to be spiritually, emotionally and physically healthy and connected to the love that is all around. I forgive to free myself from pain. I forgive for my own wellbeing. I do it for me! I forgave Molly, as she was just doing what goats do. I tenderly picked up the puzzle pieces, allowed them to dry and wiped each one. Finn received an early birthday present and we had fun figuring out if we would have all the pieces. We did. All the pieces fit together with a couple of artistic Molly holes and bends. Here at Crow Moon Healing we make a practice of forgiving. ************************************************ Up coming events at Crow Moon Healing Bed and Breakfast Healing the Red Thread: An Ancestral Healing Workshop The weekend of June 22-23, 2019 Crow Moon Healing • 6472 Breunig Road, rural Mazomanie, WI The genetics passed down to us from our ancestors determine the color of our eyes and hair. We receive much more than just physical traits from our ancestors, though. We also receive their wounds and unfinished business. The circle will focus on gently shifting the heavy burden of inherited ancestral energy and bringing healing to the family line. The ability to journey and receive intuitive guidance during guided meditations is helpful. In this experiential weekend workshop, you will: • meet your family totem and ancestor allies to connect with their guidance and wisdom for healing • reclaim gifts from the ancestral lineage • clear family patterns and agreements that no longer serve you • call back ancestral soul essence and power lost to wounds in the family line To register or for more information, please contact Debra Morrill at 608-279-4319 or debramorrill@charter.net.  “Love Yourself”
I woke up the other day to a voice within me saying, “I love you.” It was a rather strange and curious experience. The night before, I had been debating whether or not I should go to the gym to work out. I had plenty of excuses not to go, like the frigid weather but I needed to do cardio to support my health. Doing a workout helps to regulate my blood sugar and I had been praying for support with managing my diabetes. I hadn’t come to any decision about going to the gym before falling asleep, so when I heard this beautiful voice in my head that morning, I wondered, at first, if I was trying to manipulate myself into doing the “right thing”. I decided to explore. I laid in bed, opening myself to the energy. “I love you,” I heard again. “I love you whether or not you go to the gym.” It was not so much the words that I heard within that got my attention, but the energy I felt that came with the words. It was unconditional love, and acceptance. Whether or not I went to the gym to work out did not change my self-worth, I was loved by this energy regardless. I recognized that the tape I normally play in my head, the guilt, shame and judgement about what I should or shouldn’t do, was gone. It was weird! It was wonderful! It was freeing! Something was shifting within that allowed me to feel love for myself without the veil of judgement. I did workout that day, but it wasn’t because I felt obligated to do the right thing, it was because I wanted to, it felt good. I felt amazingly happy with working out! As I reflect on what transpired that morning, I smile. I’ve been actively showing up for my own healing for 7 years and the changes within have brought me to the moment of loving myself unconditionally. At Crow Moon Healing, we understand that the journey to loving oneself is the most important journey of a person’s life. We support this journey through being present with people in a space that is energetically supportive, offering shamanic spiritual healings, and shamanic classes lead by Debra Morrill. Upcoming Events at Crow Moon Healing...... Spiritual Readings from departed Loved Ones February 9th Madison Medium and Associates Appointments made through Crow Moon Healing Facebook Page. Look for the event posting. Healing the Red Thread: An Ancestral Healing Workshop The weekend of June 22-23, 2019 Crow Moon Healing • 6472 Breunig Road, rural Mazomanie, WI The genetics passed down to us from our ancestors determine the color of our eyes and hair. We receive much more than just physical traits from our ancestors, though. We also receive their wounds and unfinished business. The circle will focus on gently shifting the heavy burden of inherited ancestral energy and bringing healing to the family line. The ability to journey and receive intuitive guidance during guided meditations is helpful. In this experiential weekend workshop, you will: • meet your family totem and ancestor allies to connect with their guidance and wisdom for healing • reclaim gifts from the ancestral lineage • clear family patterns and agreements that no longer serve you • call back ancestral soul essence and power lost to wounds in the family line To register or for more information, please contact Debra Morrill at 608-279-4319 or debramorrill@charter.net. |
AuthorKaren Mcintosh - Crow Moon Healing Owner & Operator, Shamanic Healer, Reiki Master.
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