The richness of Gathering

    What a flurry of gatherings the past couple of months have offered. Being a person who prefers the serenity of home and an evening chatting with a few good friends, it seems quite nice to have the next couple of months with an occasional visit. Many people love the hustle and bustle of visiting people they typically are too busy with life, to spend much time together. I suppose it is the energy of all the festivities, colored lights, eating of rich foods, gift-exchanging and such, that comes to a complete halt, that makes this time of year one of calm contemplation. It is a time that allows us the space to quietly reflect on life's complexities in order to find clarity.  Winter is a time to sit with a question until the truth reveals itself, or the dream becomes clear. 
     Our "Deepening into Wisdom" circle was created as a time and place to do just that. It is a sweet, supportive place that offers the warmth and community of others also seeking a place to "comtemplate."  Dancing Flame Medicine Lodge was established in 2004 upon my return from 7 years in NC. My heart called me to those mountains to assist me with moving into the latter stage of my life. With my children grown and on their own, I had no idea how I would manage life. It was that journey that took me to a Cherokee teacher that re-introduced me to what I knew as a child . . . that a source greater than myself was always with me and that being in nature was my deepest connection to that "something greater." Hence, I was never alone! After apprenticing his teachings and ceremonies for 13 years, and sitting in circle every Monday for 7 years, it was time to come "Back home again to Indiana" and offer a place for others to re-connect to their "within place;" their "something greater."  
     These words are shared from my heart to yours, to invite you to listen to the small voice within and see if visiting our Deepening into Wisdom circle next Thursday, January 15 is something that brings an affirmative  nudge. If not next week, we meet every third Thursday of the month, 6:30p-8p.

    Explore our website and listen with your "heart's ears!" There is a lot of information that will provide a good idea what this community is all about! Chances are, you may bring something that adds to our community, and to "The richness of Gathering."  Always from the Heart, Vicky