Articles by Ina Timmer

   

Going for a walk this time of year is particularly enjoyable.  Breathing in the myriad fragrances feeds my inner being. I can feel my whole body respond as we pass by wild roses, dianthus, California lilac, lavendar and dozens more. And  herbs....mint, sage, thyme, basil, the smells are varied and intoxicating. And all around, a breeze brings the tangy salt water smells of the ocean.

   

Chapter I “A thousand miles of ocean on each side!” he exclaimed enthusiastically. That was the hook Dave used to get me to drive down the Baja with him, in September yet! It worked and off we went!

The world has been brought to its knees. And the view from here is humbling.

  It’s our grandson’s thirteenth birthday coming up this week. It’s caused me to reflect on the many joyful memories he’s given. I was fortunate to have held Sam in my arms just hours after he was born. Even then, the look in his new born eyes seemed to recognize me. Who knows.

The W̱SÁNEĆ 13 moon calendar, SḴÁU ȽTE, represents the natural laws of the W̱SÁNEĆ (Saanich) people. This month's moon, PEXSISEN, the moon of opening hands, signifies the renewal of Earth's strength: all of nature is blooming.

Twenty plus years ago, Dave and I spent some time living and working in Cabo San Lucas, located at the tip of the Baja peninsula. We made many friends while there, and became especially close with the Aramburo family.

Carl Olsen's drums are highly revered by all who understand and admire traditional Indigenous music and storytelling.

The W̱SÁNEĆ 13 moon calendar, SḴÁU ȽTE, represents the natural laws of the W̱SÁNEĆ (Saanich) people. The calendar depicts the four seasons, the W̱SÁNEĆ 13 moons and the culturally important plants, food, medicines, animals and marine life and illustrates the flow of activities that occurred when W̱SÁNEĆ people lived a traditional life linked to nature.