On this crisp and snow dusted day Christmas Day here in New England I am writing my final reflection for this year of 2024. I received the mantle from my dear friend Pam in Australia and slid into my well keeping day with a deep sense of quiet and contentment. A long meander through the back woods so gently opened a space of profound gratitude for this year we have had together and for each and every one of you. I have loved the very personal and unique ways the well has been tended and yet underneath it all there has been a palpable, deep river of love, respect and connection to the Wisdom that underlies all this is. I have absolutely no doubt that the planet and beyond has been blessed by our collective holding. And I look forward to continuing this holding together as the new year of 2025 unfolds.

I pass the mantle for this next stretch of days over to our precious and intelligent non-human companions with a deep bow of love, humility and respect. Many blessings across the globe!