Henna MoonBellingham Henna

Over delicious rhubarb margaritas lovingly created by Elaine from The Radical Rolling Pin, I’ve had some very firm yet loving encouragement from this dear friend to begin my blog again.  I cannot say how much I appreciate and love my friends and community. They are so very dear to me and I appreciate their ability to love me and tell me what’s what at the same time. Thank you Elaine for your special kindness.

I’ve begun Hennaing djembe drums. One at a time as the opportunity presents itself.  Hennaing drums is a new experience, nerve racking yet exciting for the permanence of it all. Because the skin of the drum is no longer alive, the design will not fade, unless drummed away.  I’m honored to have opportunities to Henna these sacred objects.  So I begin with my volunteers, and I do my best to match design to drum with the spirit of the owner as well as the spirit of the drum.  I’m happy to begin sharing some of these sacred creations as they fill me with joy to design and craft.  This particular drum sang if you sang into it. Very magical, but each drum has its own magic as you would know if you have ever played one of these.

New Moon Drum

Today is the New Moon.  A time for new beginnings.  I spent today renewing my space and recharging. Since I’d already done a cleaning and clearing on the house I decided to begin today with my deck, making  sacred space for me to be with nature, watch humming birds do Henna or whatever.  Soon summer will start and justify this summery scene, It will start right? It’s still a work in progress but feels homey.

Deck Before

Deck After

******************************************************************** I felt recharged just cleaning in the sun.  Removing everything from the deck, I swept away all the dirt with any negative energy and moved the four planters to the front yard that he will soon come to claim. No longer will I have to look at them as a reminder.  The deck still needs a paint job but I’m not going to worry about it this year, next year I hope to have it redone. I got a new folding bistro table and some colorful place mats. After I was finished, I sat in the sun, ate breakfast and drank coffee. It was 1:30pm. The hummingbirds came and hovered over me to investigate. They had never come so close.  It was a very good day. Blessed New Moon to you and yours, may your new beginnings bring you joy. – Chele

New Moon Setting Over Bellingham