BRIDGE

The month of September may have been the most expansive month in the existence of ‘Angel Valley Ranch’.

Returning from my trip (it was wonderful, thank you!), Michael did not reveal what had occurred in my absence until I actually saw it: the bridge was gone. Why? What happened?


He showed me the photos that you see on this page: on 9-9 2003 a concrete truck went through the bridge. Thank God, the driver was not hurt, though shaken. Whatever made him enter that bridge with his full load, whereas the sign says ‘3 ton limit’, we will never know. A friend said: ‘He was wearing spiritual blinders’. Because the tremendous gift of the event is, that we will have a new bridge, strong enough to even handle a concrete truck, paid by…. the concrete company. In the meantime we have a period of some inconvenience, because we have to cross through the water. But as long as there is no rain (this is not the rainy season) we are OK.

For us this is a monumental event. The bridge, our connection to the outside world, is temporarily gone. But shortly we will be accessible in a totally new way. This is a growing to a larger scale, an opening up to the world more than ever before. As we feel it, it is both an invitation and a confirmation from The Universe that we are ready for the next step. The process that preceded the incident was fascinating too, at least we choose to see that there is a direct link. After I left Michael had decided to widen the road and increase the parking space, not held back by any questioning from my side. Overlooking the result he pondered how great it would be to have a better bridge. The Universe had an answer.
Also on other levels the theme ’bridge’ and ‘connection’ shifted. It had been very strongly one of my meditation points during my trip: connecting with my daughter, with the group I traveled with, connecting with the ancient culture of the Mayans and with the Mayans of today, connectedness in numerous ways, eventually with Spirit and with Self. Michael had worked on some deep stuff too. Even in our personal relationship we felt like old bridges were gone and new bridges were being built.

What do we do with this opportunity? Are we ready to move on to the next level? Are we willing to think and act bigger? What responsibility are we willing to take? In what way do we embrace the magic of this gift? How do we accept more profoundly our role of the creators that we are?

One of the answers came quickly: a request to host the Earth Dance Ceremony on October 8th through the 11th, which may attract hundreds of people. When the same people approached us last year we were not ready yet. The synchronicity of all that had happened made it very clear: Spirit wanted us to go for it. So right now we are in the middle of all the preparation to make the event into a wonderful and well-organized experience. As a result the area where the ceremony will take place is going through a metamorphosis. We are all very excited. To read more about this event click on page 2 of this newsletter.

Before the bridge situation the energy of the part of the land where the ceremony will be held had already shifted. In August we prepared for a sweat lodge that was erected. Ceremonies will be held there regularly.

In the meantime we are working, designing and planning with the concrete company, who is being most cooperative. They do the best they can to help us minimize the inconvenience of this moment and to create a final result that we will be pleased with. We feel that the Angels are very active!!! For those who will be visiting before the new bridge is in place, please, don’t worry! If you can’t make it by yourself, we will help you get across.

And then, of course, we are making headway with the Barn, our new meeting space, which has to be completed by half October. The building is going to be gorgeous!!

We hope that you are building, strengthening and renewing the bridges and connections in your own life!

Blessings,

Amayra Hamilton

Adam Yellow Bird and
Earth Dance

The concept of Earth Dance is one of an every day way of being. It is a movement out of humanity’s pain and suffering into an existence of joy and service. We do this by walking gently on the Earth, living in the moment and having faith that Creator will provide for us as we hold love and good intention in our hearts. Adam Yellow Bird is a living example of this walk. His vision of enlivening the spirit and soul in prayer, joyful dance and commitment to finding harmony and peace here on Earth can be seen during Earth Dance gatherings as well as in his daily life. He has gleaned from diverse teachings throughout his life. His multi-cultural background has rooted him in the knowledge that we are all related and the acceptance of this by all people in these times is imperative to the survival of humanity.

Bennie LeBeau ~ Eastern Shoshone ~ Wind River Reservation said, “Earth Dance is the star that symbolizes the sacredness of the crystal clarity through the water and we are mostly water. It gives us crystal clarity in our sacred walk, messages from the universe, creation itself & the Creator. When we clear ourselves, we will be able to receive messages. We are all connected as one and this dance and others like it will connect the people, through the songs, prayers and dance. It will bring together music and medicine that will heal us. Earth Dance is laying the foundation for the new ways that will incorporate the best of the old traditions and new visions. These new ways will ultimately unite the people of the world.” ~

Adam Yellow Bird’s dream is to now bring forth the prophesies of the ancient ones together with the wisdom of the children through the Earth Dance Ceremony in addition to facilitating personal counseling, healing and Vision Quests. He calls for people of all Nations and colors to join together as we form a circle of elders, medicine people, children, men and women to help bring equality and balance within our world and desires to build a future for the children. He asks for all of us to pray collectively for the highest good of all and to clear the slate of what has been done before, to help push away the dark, heal the wounds, and move inward to transform humanity into a spiritual being.

Adam has taken his message to Kauai, Hawaii, Uluru, Australia, Tecate, Mexico, Europe as well as across the United States over the past seven years.

The Earth Dance Ceremony consists of a circle of committed dancers who are in prayer and dancing for four days and nights to help bring harmony and balance while honoring the masculine-the sun, and the feminine-the moon energies. There is also a community circle in which day visitors can pray and dance in support of the committed dancers and also to share and rejoice in their own unique ways. Adam Yellow Bird extends an invitation out to any groups who want to share their special dances in the community circle during the main event. He also invites any elder, medicine person, spiritual teacher to join the event by sharing their wisdom with the community.

“I am thankful for the elders who have embraced this dance. I am thankful for the children who bring their joy, curiosity and laughter to the dance. I am thankful for the many insights and awareness gifted to so many. I am thankful for this chance to come together…irrespective of religious belief, culture, or ethnicity- in the Spirit of Love and caring.” Greg Foisie- Lancaster, CA.

After a successful event last year, which took place in Cornville, it will be the second time that the Earth Dance Ceremony will take place in Arizona.
Location: Angel Valley Ranch
Dates: October 8 through 11.
If you are interested to participate, either as a dancer or as part of the supporting community, please call 928-646-3000 or 928-634-1320.

For more details on the Ceremony, click here.
For information on staying overnight, click here.

Visit websites: www.earthdance8.org or www.angelvalleyranch.org