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WHO I AM
Hello! I’m Lee (here with Finn and Tucker) and I’m happy to share my stories and projects with you.
I’m regularly challenged by my curiosity to learn, see and do new things while at the same time, I’m equally content to revel in the comfort of practices I was fortunate to discover over the years.
I’m both lucky and grateful that I have the freedom to follow pursuits that bring me knowledge and joy, primarily through writing and photography.
I’m the embodiment of the idea we will never be fully formed; our situations and experiences influence our evolution. I am (happy to be) a wonder in progress. I hope to have you join me on my journey.
THIS I KNOW TO BE TRUE
“The women whom I love and admire for their strength and grace did not get that way because shit worked out. They got that way because shit went wrong, and they handled it. They handled it in a thousand different ways on a thousand different days, but they handled it. Those women are my superheroes.”
– Elizabeth Gilbert –
I’m grateful to be included in the
company of superheroes - are you one of them?
Starting on Samhain, Sunday, 31 October, I will be hosting gentle and steady gatherings of women at my home, the recently retitled “MoonDance”. These gatherings will follow the flow of the New Moon, Full Moon and Sabbats. If you are looking for elevated conversations and some gratitude exploration, please join in. Specifics can be found on the calendar. Limit: 8
We all have stories in us, which makes us who we are as connected members of the human race.
At the same time, our stories are what make each of us unique. I share my stories and look to engage in elevated conversations via my online journal. By writing my thoughts down, I can sort out how I feel about specific ideas and situations. Like the many rocks and pebbles found on our Lake Huron shore, no two are alike and there are plenty to be found!
Look to join me and others in local photo walks – in good and in challenging weather.
We live in such a photogenic community; our walks will be a simple no-pressure opportunity to train your eye – nothing technical! If you want to get out and explore the local beauty and have a camera, think about joining in. All levels welcome. Specifics can be found on the calendar. NOTE: The badder the weather, the better the photos!
Join me on Mondays for fun colour guided photo walks.
20 May 2024 = BLUE
27 May 2024 = YELLOW
03 June 2024 = RED
17 June 2024 = GREEN
24 June 2024 = RAINBOW - NO RESTRICTIONS!
01 July 2024 = PINK
08 July 2024 = ORANGE
15 July 2024 = PURPLE
22 July 2024 = BLACK/GREY
We'll meet at the Southampton Flag at 2PM for an hour walk around town.
I also plan to enjoy local photo walks to celebrate the seasons:
Sunday, 26 November at 4:30PM (Sunset at 4:49PM)
Sunday, 04 February at 07:00AM (Sunrise at 07:41AM)
Sunday, 12 May at 08:30PM (Sunset at 08:43PM)
Sunday, 18 August at 08:00PM (Sunset at 08:25PM)
Sunday, 24 November at 04:30PM (Sunset at 04:51PM)
FIELD TRIPS are a thing! Plans are in the works for a few pretty adventures - nothing too physically challenging; we must be mindful of our equipment (and knees)!
Upcoming lunar activities + events, let’s gather to honour
I follow the ebb and flow of the phases of the moon and the Sabbats of the Wheel of the Year. It’s a gentle and natural way of marking time and honouring this life we’ve been given. You’re welcome to follow along, or better yet, join in!
Mark YOUR calendar:
NEW MOON
New Wolf Moon, Thursday, 11 January at 6:57PM in Capricorn
New Snow Moon, Friday, 09 February at 5:59PM in Aquarius
New Worm Moon, Sunday, 10 March at 5:00AM in Pisces
New Pink Moon, Monday, 08 April at 2:21PM in Aries
New Flower Moon, Tuesday, 07 May at 11:22PM in Taurus
New Strawberry Moon, Thursday, 06 June at 8:38AM in Gemini
New Buck Moon, Friday, 05 July at 6:57PM in Cancer
New Sturgeon Moon. Sunday, 04 August at 7:13AM in Leo
New Harvest Moon, Monday, 02 September at 2:49PM in Virgo
New Hunter Moon, Wednesday, 02 October at 2:49PM in Libra
New Beaver Moon, Friday, 01 November at 8:47AM in Scorpio
New Cold Moon, Sunday, 01 December at 1:21AM in Sagittarius
New Wolf Moon, Monday, 30 December at 5:27PM in Capricorn
FULL MOON
Wolf Moon, Thursday, 25 January at 12:54PM in Leo
Snow Moon, Saturday, 24 February at 7:30AM in Virgo
Worm Moon, Monday, 25 March at 3:00AM in Libra
Pink Moon, Tuesday, 23 April at 7:49PM in Scorpio
Flower Moon, Thursday, 23 May at 9:53AM in Sagittarius
Strawberry Moon, Friday, 21 June at 9:08PM in Capricorn
Buck Moon, Sunday, 21 July at 6:17AM in Capricorn
Sturgeon Moon, Monday, 19 August at 2:26PM in Aquarius
Harvest Moon, Tuesday, 17 September at 10:54PM in Pisces
Hunter Moon, Thursday, 17 October at 7:26AM in Aries
Beaver Moon, Friday, 15 November at 4:28PM in Taurus
Cold Moon, Sunday, 15 December at 4:02AM in Gemini
SABBATS
Imbolc*, Thursday, 01 February
Ostara, Wednesday, 20 March
Beltane*, Wednesday, 01 May
Litha, Friday, 21 June
Lughnasadh*, Thursday, 01 August
Mabon, Sunday, 22 September
Samhain*, Thursday, 31 October
Yule, Saturday, 21 December
*Indicates the Greater Sabbats