by Juliet Batten | 29, Jun, 2015 | Seasonal inspiration
I’ve just spent a weekend at the beautiful Mana Retreat on the Coromandel Peninsula, where I led a winter solstice ritual for the community and helpers who had gathered for a big working bee. On Sunday I had time for replenishment. At Mana, there are many... by Juliet Batten | 16, Jun, 2015 | Seasons Newsletter, Uncategorized
Just before I picked up my pen to write to you for winter solstice, I opened an envelope that had just arrived through the mail. Neatly folded inside the letter, I discovered two little sprigs of wild thyme. Lost on the limestone I inhaled the tangy scent and... by Juliet Batten | 10, Jun, 2015 | Seasons Newsletter, Uncategorized
It’s June, and the celebration of Matariki’s return will take place on the 18th. I’m wondering if you have ever seen Matariki? And if so, do you remember the first time or a particular sighting? I do, and since winter is the storytelling... 
by Juliet Batten | 6, Jun, 2015 | Uncategorized
It is human nature to rebel against the encroachment of winter. At the Steiner School in the late afternoon, the rain cleared, and Darkness stepped coolly towards us. The air was alive with chirping children’s voices. ‘I know where he’s... 