Kindling the Native Spirit

There is a good deal of general interest in indigenous spirituality, which is reflected in this book of sacred practices from a number of traditions – the author herself is a Cherokee on her mother's side who is widely travelled. Her own journey began with an NDE following an episode where someone shot her while she was riding a motorbike. In this book she also describes a dream where the spirit of a local lake came to her bemoaning that it had lost its 'tules', reeds surrounding the lake that are a critical part of the local ecosystem. The following morning, she performed a ceremony honouring the lake and this eventually led to her to buying some adjacent land. The book explains how we can become an 'Earthkeeper', living in harmony with the land, elements and seasons. Denise also gives instructions on making sacred objects and conducting ceremonies – these may release powerful energies so care is required. Accompanying the book are some beautifully produced Native Spirit Oracle Cards that can be used for divination.