Liminal Time – Day 1042

Turtle Rock – Photo: L. Weikel

Liminal Time

Perhaps it’s the waxing moon, so close to reaching her fullness this Monday night at 7:55 p.m. Eastern Time. My walk this evening felt a bit magical, perhaps because I was out at that liminal time when the sun has set and the moon is rising and anything is possible.

Definitely Disappointed – Photo: L.Weikel

Turtle Rock & Shagbark Man

For instance, I’m not sure how many times I’ve walked past these rocks, but I can tell you I’ve never seen this Turtle stepping forward before. It took me by surprise. So much so, I had to coax Spartacus back (he was on his way to see his Wolfhound buddies) so I could take this photo. I have to wonder why I never saw this before.

But then again, just shortly down the road a piece a Shagbark Hickory tree gazed down upon me. I felt a sense of displeasure, or perhaps simply a slight scolding energy emanating from the tree. It wouldn’t have surprised me to see some spindly branches akimbo on either side, as if it had its hands on its hips.

We’re Invisible – Photo: L. Weikel

Invisible Deer

About half a mile down the road, I heard a crackle in the woods to my right. I stopped, saw nothing, but then stopped again. I chuckled. They were right there, right under my nose. The one closest to me was larger than the other two. In fact, the fawns in the back still had the faintest of white spots in their coats.

It was a marvel, actually, to appreciate just how well they were being trained to blend into their background and ‘be invisible.’ I hope they got a treat after dinner for executing this exercise so well.

Waxing Moon – Photo: L.Weikel

Waxing Moon & a September Eve

Just as we crested the hill, I caught sight of the moon rising in the multicolored layers of reflected sunset. I hope I’ll be out and the weather is clear when the moon rises on Monday. If tonight is any indication, she will appear with quite a substantial girth. Again, I wish I could zoom in better. But it’s a decent shot.

It almost seemed like every few steps I’d be tempted to take another photo. But believe it or not, I actually walked quite far between indulging my urges to capture the moment(s).

Nevertheless, I offer this photo as proof that magic definitely was in the air last night.

The last photo I wanted but didn’t take was the moon as she lit the way from behind us as we were walking along the penultimate leg of our journey. She was so bright and cast such long, dark shadows, it was almost as if a motorcycle with a brilliant headlight was chasing us home.

I urge you: try to get out and take a walk tomorrow night around 7:00 p.m. You won’t be disappointed.

Liminal Time – Photo: L.Weikel

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4 thoughts on “Liminal Time – Day 1042

  1. Hi Lisa,
    We would love have you speak on Shamanism at Pebble Hill Interfaith Church in Doylestown, Pa. We would be happy to provide an honorarium. The dates we have open at the moment are Oct. 10, Nov. 14 and 28, and Dec. 5 and 12.

    I am the celebration coordinator in charge of Sunday programs.

    Thanks,

  2. The dates have changed. I’ll fill you in when I hear from you. Thanks for your interest!
    Larry

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